Numbers 26-30
This section begins with another rousing census. Comparing the totals from the beginning of their wanderings (603,550 men—Numbers 2:32) and here, near the end of their wanderings (601,730 men—Numbers 26:51), we are struck by one thing. Despite all they had been through, the punishments, they hardships and the deprivations, God had sustained them! Their numbers were nearly as large as when they left Egypt!
They only counted men. If this sounds sexist to you, be sure to read Numbers 27, where the 4 daughters of Zelophehad sue for the right to inherit property in their clan as if they were sons! The Lord directs Moses to accept their proposal. So, a nifty 3400 years before Great Britain finally gave up primogeniture, Moses gave legal rights to brother-less sisters!
We’re nearing the end for Moses. God directs him to commission Joshua through the “laying on of hands” before Eleazar, the High Priest, and all the people. This insures that the Lord’s people will not be like sheep without a shepherd,” (Numbers 27:17) and that the leadership exchange would be seamless.
In chapters 28-29, the Lord reviews many of the offerings and feasts He had previously given to the people. In chapter 30, we see how very important “vows” are in the sight of God.”
Lord, help me keep my promises!
Until Tomorrow,
Pastor Gary
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