Numbers 17-20: Speak to the Rock - The Disobedience of Moses

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 17 GNT, Ch. 18 NCV, Ch. 19 CEB, Ch. 20 NIRV Podcast Introduction It’s the Law Monday, and we’ll read Numbers 17-20. I’m calling this episode “Speak to the Rock – The Disobedience of Moses.”  Design: Steve Webb | Photo: Marek Piwnicki on Unsplash Comments on Numbers 20 The passage from Numbers 20 tells the story of how the Israelites, after wandering in the desert for years, complained to Moses and Aaron about their lack of water. God told Moses to speak to a rock, which would pour out water for the people to drink. However, Moses became angry with the people and struck the rock twice with his staff instead of speaking to it, in direct disobedience to God’s command. God still provided water for the people, but because of Moses’ disobedience and lack of trust, God told Moses that he would not lead the people into the Promised Land. This story teaches that leaders and teachers are held to a higher standard, as Moses had a unique relationship with God and was meant to represent God’s character to the people. Moses’ disobedience and lack of trust not only cost him the opportunity to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, but it also misrepresented God’s character to the people. Additionally, the passage shows how God can use imperfect people to accomplish His will, but that does not mean He condones their sin. Finally, this episode in the life of the Israelites was meant to be a picture of Jesus’ saving work, as Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 10:4, “For they drank from the spiritual rock that traveled with them.” Listen to the episode for more! Support This a value for value podcast. There are no advertisers because advertising equals censorship. If you enjoy the Lifespring Family Audio Bible, decide how much value it brings to you. Only you can make that determination. Then put a number on the value and donate here: SUPPORT. The Team Lifespring Family Berean, Sister Denise: Transcript Correction<br />Michael Haner: Podcasting 2.0 Chapters<br />Scott Snider: Show Art<br />Jason Paschall: Show Art<br />Lifespring Family Berean, Sister Brittaney: Newsletter Publisher Transcript Download .txt f