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God’s message to me: No one has power over God. Balak sought to overcome Israel with magic. He tried to hire Balaam to curse them. Balaam heeded the words of God and blessed Israel because God blessed Israel.
Promises: No power can overcome God. Balaam was known by the fact that those he blessed were blessed and those he cursed were cursed. He could not do this without God and he could not do it against God’s will. He was hired to curse Israel but the Holy Spirit made him bless them.
Commands: Follow God’s plan. Balaam was told to go with the men if they came to bring him. Instead he got up early, saddled his donkey and went with them before they asked. God allowed his donkey to see the foolishness of this action while Balaam was still blinded by his own intentions.
Timeless principles: God blesses those who bless Israel and curses those who curse Israel. He also knows what is to come. In addition to blessing Israel Balaam accurately predicted the downfall of several nations that would come against them.
How can I apply what I’ve learned: Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Bless the Nation of Israel.
more to learn for in-depth study: The prophecy Balaam made about the downfall of kingdoms will be fulfilled in coming chapters. Try writing down the kingdoms that were named on a slip of paper and marking them off as their defeat is described.
tomorrow: Numbers 25-26
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