Deuteronomy
“And in the wilderness, where thou hast seen how that the LORD thy God bare thee, as a man doth bear his son, in all the way that ye went, until ye came into this place.”
Deuteronomy 1:31
Deuteronomy 1:31 (KJV) speaks to God's presence, child of God, and fatherhood — words set in Deuteronomy, Moses' final words to Israel. Read it aloud, and notice which words settle deepest.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”
Psalms 23:4“The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.”
Zephaniah 3:17“Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.”
Matthew 28:20“Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.”
Matthew 1:23“Yet the LORD will command his lovingkindness in the daytime, and in the night his song shall be with me, and my prayer unto the God of my life.”
Psalms 42:8“Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.”
Luke 12:32
Common questions
What does Deuteronomy 1:31 mean?
In the King James Version, Deuteronomy 1:31 reads: "And in the wilderness, where thou hast seen how that the LORD thy God bare thee, as a man doth bear his son, in all the way that ye went, until ye came into this place." The verse speaks to God's presence, child of God, and fatherhood. To read it well, take it in the flow of Deuteronomy 1 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Deuteronomy 1:31 in the King James Version?
Yes. "And in the wilderness, where thou hast seen how that the LORD thy God bare thee, as a man doth bear his son, in all the way that ye went, until ye came into this place." is Deuteronomy 1:31 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Deuteronomy chapter 1.
What are some related Bible verses to Deuteronomy 1:31?
Verses that sit beside Deuteronomy 1:31 include Psalms 23:4, Zephaniah 3:17, and Matthew 28:20. Reading them alongside Deuteronomy 1:31 deepens the theme of God's presence.
How can I pray with Deuteronomy 1:31?
Read Deuteronomy 1:31 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.