But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
But you must remember the LORD your God, because it is he who gives you the ability to create wealth, so that he can keep the promise he made to your ancestors, just as he is doing today.
God is reminding his people that their ability to prosper and build wealth comes from him, and it's part of keeping his promises to their ancestors.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his farewell speeches to the Israelites as they stand on the brink of entering the Promised Land after forty years of wandering in the wilderness. He emphasizes the importance of remembering God's faithfulness and provision to prevent them from becoming prideful once they experience abundance and wealth in the new territory. This verse specifically highlights that God grants the ability to gain wealth as a means to uphold the covenant He made with their ancestors, like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
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