Deuteronomy 8:1-20
Opening Statement
God has ordained that some of his purposes be fulfilled through cooperation with mankind.
In other words, God works in cooperation with us.
Point 1
God often works through us.
God creates and people cultivate.
God gives and people are generous.
Genesis 2:15
Point 2
God gives the gifts needed for the work.
We should acknowledge our dependence upon God.
Exodus 31:1–6
Deuteronomy 8:18
Point 3
Our work is futile without God.
Psalm 127:1–2