Bible Chapter: Numbers 27 & 28

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    We can and must go to God regularly when we need help. Moses did this.  When he faced a challenging question he asked God.  Moses also knew how to hear from God.  Those who follow the Lord must learn to come to God regularly and also learn to hear His voice.  In these chapters we see the stressing of the importance of ongoing sacrifices and offerings, showing us the need and benefits of drawing near to God.  Regular communication with God is important.
    We see that God had a plan.  Moses was getting old.  Because of his actions in striking the rock in the Desert of Zin, Moses was forbidden to go to the promised land.  Joshua succeeded Moses as the leader of the nation.  Moses had a public ceremony commissioning him to that position, so that the nation knew Joshua was God’s chosen one to lead.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    It is a battle the enemy of our souls doesn’t want us to win.  The battle to spend regular and quality time with the Lord.  Connect2LIFE is a good illustration of this battle.  Taking daily time to read, think and then write something is constantly challenged with so many other things to do that seem so important.  God gave Israel daily, weekly, monthly and annual sacrifices and ceremonies to help keep their focus on HIM.  It is common to talk about the fact that the Christian life is a relationship with Jesus.  Relationships require communication.  Relationships require consistent contact.

3.  How can I help someone?
    The Bible tells us to trust in the Lord and don’t try to figure out everything by ourselves.  Go to God with our questions and listen for answers.  I want to help people understand that they really CAN have God in their lives.  They really NEED Him.