The Bible in a Year “Behold, these caused the children of Israel, through the counsel of Balaam, to commit trespass against the Lord in the matter of Peor, and there was a plague among the congregation of the Lord.” — Numbers 31:16 As we move through the Book of Numbers in our year-long journey throughContinue reading “When Compromise Whispers Counsel”
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Living Now for the Way You Want to Die
The Bible in a Year “Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his.” — Numbers 23:10 As we journey through Scripture together in this year-long reading plan, we eventually meet a curious and troubling figure: Balaam. In Numbers 23:10, he utters one of the most arresting statementsContinue reading “Living Now for the Way You Want to Die”
Balaam’s Final Prophecy
Analyzing Numbers 24:10-25 Verses 10-14: Balaam’s Final Prophecy Then Balak’s anger was kindled against Balaam, and he struck his hands together. And Balak said to Balaam, “I called you to curse my enemies, and behold, you have blessed them these three times. Therefore, now flee to your own place. I said, ‘I will certainly honorContinue reading “Balaam’s Final Prophecy”