Grizz, Panda, and Ice Bear approached me, their new friend, excited to tell me about their latest adventure. They explained that they had just finished reading the Bible book of Deuteronomy, and they found it fascinating.
Deuteronomy is basically a collection of speeches given by Moses to the Israelites just before they entered the Promised Land. Moses reminded them of all the laws and commandments they had to follow in order to remain faithful to God. Grizz told me that some of the rules seemed pretty strict, like not eating certain animals or wearing clothing made of mixed fabrics.
Panda chimed in, saying that Moses also talked about the importance of loving and obeying God with all their heart, soul, and strength. He said that Moses wanted the people to see that following God’s laws was a way of life, one that would bring them blessings and happiness in the long run.
Ice Bear added that Moses also talked about the consequences of disobedience. If they turned away from God and worshipped other gods or idols, they would face judgment and punishment. He said it reminded him of the importance of staying faithful to his own beliefs and values, even when others try to sway him.
As I listened to their summary of Deuteronomy, I could tell they were really processing the message behind it all. They said that the book challenged them to stay true to their own faith and to respect the faith of others. Grizz then jokingly added, “But let’s not get too hung up on the don’ts. We can still have fun and be good bears!”
Their lightheartedness made me smile, but I was glad to see that they took the book’s message seriously. Grizz, Panda, and Ice Bear are not just cute animated characters, but they are also thoughtful individuals who recognize the importance of faith and obedience.
