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Transcript of oddly famous inserts rd4…3. What do you learn about Balaam from Numbers 22:5-14? 4. In Numbers...
As the Israelites headed toward the Promised Land and their conquest of Canaan, they had to cross through land occupied by other groups. Some of these people were hostile and refused to allow the Israelites passage. The Israelites fought back, soundly defeating various Amorite and Canaanite kings (Numbers 21:1-3, 21-35). With the Israelites headed his way, the king of Moab and his people heard about Israel’s victorious progress and started getting extremely nervous. His solution? The king sought help from a prophet-for-hire named Balaam.
1. Looking back across your life, in what ways has God blessed you with providential guidance and/or protection?
2. Read Numbers 22:1-6. Why did the king of Moab engage the services of Balaam? Why do you think he chose this strategy to defend Moab against the Israelites, and what did he ask Balaam to do?
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3. What do you learn about Balaam from Numbers 22:5-14?
4. In Numbers 22:15-19, what answer does Balaam give to the � rst group of messengers who came to him from Moab and what does he do when a second group is sent to him? What do you think motivated Balaam to seek God’s permission a second time?
5. Read Numbers 22:20-30. When Balaam sought counsel from the Lord, what did He tell him to do? Describe the unusual situation the Lord used to open Balaam’s eyes as he accompanied the messengers to Moab.
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6. In Numbers 22:31-35, how did God respond to what Balaam was doing, and why did the Angel of the Lord permit Balaam to continue on his journey? Does God’s sovereignty mean we are not accountable for our choices? Explain.
7. Why is it easier to trust God when life is going great versus when unexpected trouble arises? What should be our proper response to God’s loving protection? (If possible, give a personal example.)
8. In Psalm 57:1-11, David described his circumstances as very tense and dangerous. How was he able to � nd rest despite this reality? What are ways that we can do the same?
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9. What is important about David’s decision to praise God among the nations (Psalm 57:9)? How does the decision to give praise and express gratitude change your perspective during hard times?
10. Describe other biblical examples of God’s providential protection — moments when He intervened for His good over human schemes meant for harm. Why is the Gospel the ultimate demonstration of God’s care for and protection over you?
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11. How have God’s promises provided comfort in your times of need? How does the assurance of His presence make a di� erence when harm threatens?
12. God protects and cares for His people, and He sometimes does so providentially without their awareness. What are some ways you can share your con� dence in the Lord with others who are fearful about the circumstances they are facing?
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