📖 Based on Numbers 20 | Tuesday 1st July 2025
✍️ By Eric Otchere | http://www.livingourbible.com
Introduction
Numbers 20 is a pivotal and deeply emotional chapter in the Israelites’ journey. It marks a turning point between the old generation and the new. In this single chapter, Miriam dies, Moses disobeys, Edom rejects Israel, and Aaron passes away. It’s a season of grief, loss, and transition.
Yet through it all, one thing remains certain: God never lacks. He continues to lead, provide, and fulfill His promises—no matter who comes or goes. When leaders fail, when doors close, and when people fall away, God remains faithful and fully in control.
“God never lacks. He continues to lead, provide, and fulfill His promises—no matter who comes or goes.”
1. God Chooses Leaders According to Seasons
📖 “Because you did not trust in me enough to honor me… you will not bring this community into the land.” — Numbers 20:12
Moses, though a great leader, disobeyed God by striking the rock instead of speaking to it as commanded. As a result, he and Aaron were denied entry into the Promised Land. But even as their leadership came to a close, God raised up new leaders—including Eleazar, Aaron’s son.
📝 Lesson: God’s mission never stops because of human limitations. He appoints new vessels for new seasons. (See Joshua 1:2)
“God’s mission never stops because of human limitations.”
2. God Provides from Unlikely Places
📖 “Then Moses raised his arm and struck the rock twice… and water gushed out.” — Numbers 20:11
The Israelites once again complained about a lack of water. Instead of condemning them, God provided water from a rock—a symbol of Jesus, the spiritual Rock who gives living water (1 Corinthians 10:4).
📝 Lesson: God meets needs in miraculous ways—even when we don’t expect it. He is Jehovah Jireh, our Provider. (See Philippians 4:19)
“God meets needs in miraculous ways—even when we don’t expect it.”
3. God’s People Still Face Obstacles
📖 “Edom refused to let Israel pass through their territory…” — Numbers 20:21
Israel requested passage through Edom peacefully, but was denied. Despite walking in obedience, they still faced resistance. This shows that challenges do not always mean we are out of God’s will.
📝 Lesson: Opposition is often part of the journey of faith. Don’t be discouraged—God is still leading. (See John 16:33)
“Opposition is often part of the journey of faith.”
Conclusion
Numbers 20 reminds us that while people come and go, and seasons shift, God never lacks. He never runs out of resources, leaders, or plans. When one door closes, He opens another. When one leader fades, another arises. When the way is blocked, He creates a new path.
“Your journey may shift—but your God remains constant.”
Take Action
✅ Are you trusting God in your current transition?
✅ Are you feeling the weight of leadership or loss?
🙌 Rest in this truth: God never lacks. He will provide water in the desert, raise new leaders, and complete the good work He began in you.
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Your journey may shift—but your God remains constant.
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