Numbers 21:4-9 is a troubling story of grumbling
Israelites and lethal snake bites. After nearly forty years in the wilderness,
Israel wants to go back to Egypt. They’re tired of the food, displeased with
the beverage choices, and done with God. In response, God sends fiery snakes
and the people quickly repent. But rather than take away the serpents, the
story ends with God telling Moses to put a snake on a stick as an object for
healing. This story is weird, strange, and difficult to understand. But asking
three key questions can begin to unlock its meaning. What does this passage say
about God? What does it say about me? What does it say about God’s relationship
with me? If you’re curious to know how we answered these questions, listen to
it here or watch the entire service on our YouTube channel.
Yours for Christ,
Pastor Steve
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