Numbers 14

Yes, God certainly could have started over, but it seems like He is willing to be swayed. Considering Moses’ previous attitude, is it out of bounds to suggest that God is testing Moses?

John 6:1-6 (WEB) “After these things, Jesus went away to the other side of the sea of Galilee, which is also called the Sea of Tiberias. A great multitude followed him, because they saw his signs which he did on those who were sick. Jesus went up into the mountain, and he sat there with his disciples. Now the Passover, the feast of the Jews, was at hand. Jesus therefore, lifting up his eyes and seeing that a great multitude was coming to him, said to Philip, ‘Where are we to buy bread, that these may eat?’ He said this to test him, for he himself knew what he would do.”

When it comes right down to it, Moses pleads for the people. This should not only be the role of leaders in the church, but should also be how we relate to one another.

1 Samuel 12:23 (WEB) “Moreover, as for me, far be it from me that I should sin against Yahweh in ceasing to pray for you; but I will instruct you in the good and the right way.”

Ephesians 6:18 (WEB) “with all prayer and requests, praying at all times in the Spirit, and being watchful to this end in all perseverance and requests for all the saints.”

God’s plans will not be thwarted. His people will inherit the promised land – just not the current generation. The people try to backtrack, and in effect rebel against God again! It’s a good thing we aren’t that dense! Or are we?

Thought for the day: God doesn’t leave us alone in our testing, and for that we should be eternally grateful.

1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”