Monthly Archives: May 2012

a jealous walk

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 25 What the enemy could not accomplish with a curse, he then sought to accomplish through love.  Yes, it was a relationship between a prince of Israel (Zimri) and a princess of Midian (Cozbi).  Through this relationship, Israel had … Continue reading →

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a realistic walk

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 23-24 The LORD is faithful to himself.  If he chooses to bless (as he did Israel by Balaam) then all the sacrifices and hired prophets cannot curse.  Sometimes our prayers seem to fall on deaf ears.  It may be … Continue reading →

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a dangerous walk

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 22 It is a dangerous thing to pretend to serve the LORD and cohort with the enemy.  Balaam had his purpose, and the LORD used him for his glory, but the LORD also made every effort to show Balaam … Continue reading →

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a hopeful walk

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 20-21 Through tragedy and triumph, victory and defeat, progress and setback – the LORD is with his people.  He is faithful, even when his chosen servants fail.  He remains faithful even when his people’s enemies surround them.  The bronze … Continue reading →

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a maintained walk

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 18-19 The Levites’ ministry  was maintained by the tithe, and the priests’ ministry was maintained by the tithe of the tithe.  Purity in the assembly from the defilement caused by death was maintained by the ritual washings.  The same … Continue reading →

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a submissive walk

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 16-17 When things got hard, the people began to look around to see who they could blame things on.  Aaron and his sons were ripe targets.  The LORD defended his choice of Aaron and destroyed the rebellion of Korah.  … Continue reading →

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a community walk

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 15     A theme throughout this chapter is the idea that all the commands of God apply to everyone in the community – no exceptions.  There is only one LORD in the Israelite camp.  There was even a dress code … Continue reading →

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an obedient walk

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 13-14     I was tempted to call this section “a courageous walk” because it highlights the courage of Joshua and Caleb.  They did not go along with the majority, and chose to trust God – that he would deliver Israel … Continue reading →

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a respectful walk

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

  Numbers 12 The LORD struck Miriam with leprosy to pun ish her for questioning the authority of his chosen servant, Moses.  Even after Moses prayed that he heal her, God chose to let her remain leprous for seven days.  … Continue reading →

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a prayerful walk

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Numbers 11   If we just read this chapter as a warning against complaining, we will miss a major point.  Yes, the people complained that they had no meat, so God sent the quail until they choked on them.  Yes, it … Continue reading →

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