Expository Study: Numbers

In our final study we cover the 13 verses of the final chapter of Numbers and find it ends with a discussion, again, about the daughters of Zelophehad. But we will discuss how this was so important related to the future of Israel in the land. https://bbfohio.com

In this next-to-last chapter of Numbers, we will see the cities given to the Levites to live in among the inheritance of the other tribes and the Cities of Refuge for "the manslayer" to flee to in order to avoid being killed by "the avenger". Also Reference: Deuteronomy 19:4-6, Joshua 20:6 https://bbfohio.com

In this chapter, we see the "revised land grant" borders given to Moses for Joshua to implement and they are less than HALF the land promised originally and we will discuss why that is. We see the list of tribal leaders, one per tribe, of the 9 1/2 tribes to be given inheritance on the west side of Jordan. Also Reference: Deuteronomy 1:6-8, Deuteronomy 11:22-24 https://bbfohio.com

Most of this chapter is a point by point recounting of the 40 year wilderness journey taking from the personal journal of Moses. But we also see some "honorable mentions" as well as a pivotal commandment at the end which will provide the backdrop to the rest of the entire Old Testament and coming of Jesus Christ less than 1,500 years later. Also Reference: 2 Peter 1:19-20, 2 Timothy 3:16, Exodus 14, Jeremiah 35:17 https://bbfohio.com

In this chapter, Moses deals with the tribes of Gad, Reuben and half tribe of Manasseh (which is half the tribe of Joseph) as they request settlement on the East of Jordan where there is good cattle grazing land. Also Reference: Joshua 22, Deuteronomy 11:12 https://bbfohio.com

Numbers 31 continues to describe the last days of Moses as the Lord commands that he destroy the Midianites. As will become typical, Israel does NOT follow orders until they are rebuked. We also deal with the accusation that God is "mean" and bad for killing off all but the innocent children and women. Also Reference: Isaiah 55:6, Titus 2:11, John 12:32 https://bbfohio.com

In this chapter, we see the importance of keeping vows to God and we see God making provision for the father and husband to annul vows made rashly by daughters and wives. We discuss Biblical Patriarchy and male headship in the home (and church) versus modern feminism and it's destruction of the home. Also Reference: Genesis 3:6, 2 Corinthians 11:3, 1 Timothy 2:14-15, Genesis 3:16 https://bbfohio.com

We read through the "reminder" of the offerings for the three Fall Feasts in the month of Tishrei: Trumpets, Atonement and Tabernacles. Why the repetition? Why do we read every word and not skip anything (purposely!)? And what a DAY it will be when all is fulfilled in Christ Jesus! Also Reference: Matthew 4:4, Luke 4:4, Psalm 30:12, Psalm 45:17, 1 Peter 4:11 https://bbfohio.com

The Lord begins giving Moses some last commandments to get his house in order before the life of Moses ends. We review the "sweet savour" sacrifices that were Daily, Sabbath and each New Moons as well as those of Passover, Unleavened Bread and First Fruits (Pentecost). Also Reference: Joshua 1:13, Hebrews 8:5 and 2 Timothy 2:14-15 https://bbfohio.com

In this chapter, we have two main divisions: Verses 1 thru 11 deal with the matter of the daughters of Zelophehad (legal protections for women) and then Verses 12-23 deal with the death of Moses and the ordination of his successor, Joshua. Also Reference: Deuteronomy 3:27, Deuteronomy 33:5, Judges 17:6 https://bbfohio.com

A chapter numbering Israel in the Book of Numbers! But interspersed with the "son of" and "numbered" totals, there are little nuggets and reminders that make this, like every chapter of the Bible, well worth our time and study... Also Reference: Revelation 7:4-8, Numbers 16, Leviticus 10 https://bbfohio.com

We will see that Israel falls into fornication with the Moabite women and fall into idolatry with Baal-Peor worship, the god of the Moabites. What our chapter doesn't tell us, we will find comparing Scripture with Scripture and we will see that this is the fruit of a conspiracy between Balaam, Balak and the women of Moab. Also Reference: Acts 4:12, Numbers 24:25, Numbers 31:8, Micah 6:5, Numbers 31:15-16, Revelation 2:14, Jude 11, 2 Peter 2:15-16 https://bbfohio.com

We close out the prophecy of Balaam as Balak tries to get him to curse Israel. Balaam's heart isn't right but his mouth speaks the truth with one of the most important Messianic prophecies in the Bible. Also Reference: Deuteronomy 25:17-19, 1 Samuel 15 https://bbfohio.com

We continue with the attempt by Balak to get Balaam to curse Israel, something he has not power to do. But in his superstition, Balak will make every effort as we discuss his and our own modern day superstitions that thwart man's opportunity to know God through His word. Acts 17:22, Acts 25:19 https://bbfohio.com

We come to a chapter where the focus and direct reference to Moses and Israel is changed and turned to the Moabites, Balak their King and Balaam the gentile prophet. This chapter includes the story of Balaam's Ass and the talking jack ass that skeptics love to mock... Also Reference: Proverbs 12:10, Luke 19:40, Isaiah 55:12, Makr 10:27 https://bbfohio.com

One of the great chapters in Numbers as we see the beginning of the "genocide" of Canaanites and explain why God commanded the annihilation of the Canaanite peoples and why God is just in doing so. We also see the fiery serpent judgment on Hebrew rebels and how it presents the background for John 3:16. We also discuss fallen angels, giants, Palestinians and more! Also Reference: Ecclesiastes 1:9, Deuteronomy 3:11 https://bbfohio.com

This chapter begins with the death of Miriam, tells of the sixth rebellion against Moses and the Lord, describes the failure of Moses and Aaron at Meribah and then ends with the death of Aaron. Alto Reference: Ecclesiastes 1:9, Revelation 21:3-4 https://bbfohio.com

This chapter covers the Offering of the Red Heifer. We will discuss it's practical application at the time of our text, the symbolism and types, as well as the important role this will play after the Rapture for the Tribulation Temple to be built. Also Reference: Jeremiah 46:20, Hosea 4:16, 1 Peter 2:24, John 19:29, Matthew 27:28-29, Hebrews 9:18-22, Romans 6:23, John 3:19 https://bbfohio.com

In this chapter, after budding Aaron's rod to re-demonstrate His choice for the High Priest and Aaronic priesthood, the LORD now spells things out. We will see types and parallels that apply to our Dispensation as well as learn a few simple truths about the Mosaic Sacrificial system. Also Reference: Exodus 32:1-8, 1 Corinthians 6:20 https://bbfohio.com

In our study of Numbers 17 (after an addendum to our Numbers 16 study), we will discuss the budding of Aaron's rod with references to the Canon of Scripture, the throne of God being the mercy seat on the Ark of the Covenant, the contents inside of the Ark, the location of the Ark, the miracles taking place with the budding of Aaron's rod, etc. Also Reference: Psalm 42:1, Numbers 26:11, 1 Samuel 1:1, 1 Chronicles 6:36, Hebrews 9:4, 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16 https://bbfohio.com

We come to the Rebellion of Korah. Another example of the rebellious nature of the Hebrews whose rebellion at the Promised Land causing them to be left to wander for 40 years and now they BLAME MOSES? We discuss the parallels with those who act like modern day Korah's in the local church in opposition to pastoral leadership. Also Reference: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 5:1-9 https://bbfohio.com

After being banned from the Promised Land for forty years, God gives Moses instructions to pass on the the Hebrews for them to follow once they come into the land. To rebel against God's word is to DESPISE His word. We will see an example of such rebellion against Sabbath Law and the blue-fringe reminder on each Hebrew garment that is to remind them of the need to follow God's Law. Also Reference: Psalm 50:3-6, John 1:17, Acts 20:24, Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Exodus 20:8-11, Exodus 31:14, 1 Timothy 4:6 https://bbfohio.com

The fallout from the rebellion of the ten spies as we saw in the previous chapter will play out in this chapter as God pronounces judgment on all who rebelled and grants mercy and grace upon Joshua, Caleb and all those (most likely 20 years and younger) not responsible for the rebellion. https://bbfohio.com

The account of the 10 cowardly spies who cause Israel to rebel and sin. Joshua and Caleb stand out in this account but we also discuss the name of Joshua being changed from Oshea (Hoshea) and how it related to Jesus and the cults who claim His name is NOT "Jesus" and all who use that name are deceived. https://bbfohio.com

We look at the rebellious, prideful attitude of Miriam and the shameful cooperation and accommodation of Aaron against Moses. We will discuss "interracial marriage" and male headship in the Godhead, the Church and the Home, as well as the connection to Mary, mother of Jesus with mention also made of Joseph, adoptive father of Jesus. Also Reference: Matthew 13:57, 1 Timothy 2:12, 1 Corinthians 11:3, 1 Timothy 3:2 https://bbfohio.com