Numbers 17 - Getting established...again!
It's amazing how many times we are on repeat cycle in our lives! We have to go through the same things over and over. Do we learn? I'd like to think so, but deep down, I know we learn very little in this life. Humans have scientifically shown a inability to learn something and to never go back again to it. We might win a battle here, only to fail a battle there. Thankfully, the true and living God is merciful! This quality of God shines in his dealings with a rebellious Israel! And with me too!
Numbers 16 - Are you ready to rumble!
It is quite difficult to remain under the leadership of a person for a long period of time. If you don't believe me; try it! Go ahead and remain under a boss or church leader for 10, 20, 30+ years! It seldom happens. Challenge yourself to see if you are good at following!
Numbers 15 - More instructions!
A generation will end up dead in the desert! A new generation will prossess the Land and with that the instructions given by God to Moses! It is true that humans need instructions on just about everything. By default we go astray from God and other human beings. What book of instructions are you following?
Numbers 14 - Eyes on me?
It's amazing how much our eyes our on us! Too many times I have found my own eyes on self and not on others! When someone comes to confess a sin against me, do I find that I am self focused or am I grateful of their sincere apology and confession. Do I see confession as a good move for them, into the light, towards God, or do I see it more from how it effects me? In this section we get a stark look into Moses in contrast to the people of Israel!
Numbers 13 - Is it Pride or Confidence?
The people of Israel are getting ready to go into the Promised Land! It seems it has been quite a while since we last got word from them in the wilderness. But now it is finally here! Let's see how this goes down!
Numbers 12 - Even your friends complain!
The human condition is such where instead of contentment and joy, we find ourselves filled with discontentment and anxiety. It comes out in a overtly complaining people that cannot and will not be satisfied in anything! We must be made for perfection because we are so at un-ease without it! We complain about politics, sports, cars, houses, water, food, friends, family etc...
Numbers 11 - A Complaining people!
Just think if you worked in the complaints department of a store! Moses and his leadership team become overwhelmed with the complaints of the people, and before you know it, Moses is seen as the problem! Uh, how do we stay focused in the midst of complaining? Or do you find yourself a part of the complaint party?
Numbers 10 - Calling all Israelites!
When you hear the blast of the horns then it is time to move! In the Bible, horns play an important role in the life of Israel! Let's get into it!
Numbers 8-9 - Dedication and Review time!
Dedication and Review time! It's like going to college for the priest of Israel!
Numbers 7 - Dedications!
Have you ever wanted to give a special gift to someone? Of course you have! How about your spouse or your child? Our lives are to be dedicated to God, our bodies a living sacrifice to the Lord! Today may we dedicate our hearts and minds to God!