Numbers 26

The census is for the allotment of the land when the Israelites finally take possession of it. Larger tribes will receive a greater inheritance. Joshua and Caleb are all that are left from the original census; an entire generation has passed away. This was because of God’s judgement for their sin. But even with that we see compassion. The children of Korah did not die for their father’s sin (26:11). Sometimes the consequences of our actions affect others, while other times they do not. Even in the midst of God’s judgment, we often find mercy.

Thought for the day: We deserve judgment, but thankfully God gives us grace and mercy!

Ephesians 2:4-5 (WEB) “But God, being rich in mercy, for his great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved—”