Numbers Week 8

The Porch Community Church

Welcome to today's episode as we conclude our series on the book of Numbers. We've journeyed through this book, witnessing God's unwavering grace and mercy sustain His people through their time in the wilderness. Despite their complaints and disobedience, God's grace never faltered. Porch Point #1: God’s Grace Sustains His People Numbers shows us God's grace in action, sustaining the Israelites even as they rebelled and grumbled. We see this clearly in chapters 11, 14, 16, and 25. Their persistent disobedience contrasts sharply with God's consistent mercy. As Israel nears the Promised Land, we encounter a pivotal moment in Numbers 27:12-14. God allows Moses to see the Promised Land but denies him entry due to his earlier rebellion. This teaches us that even leaders are accountable to God's laws, but it also underscores God's faithfulness to His promises despite human failures. Porch Point #2: Moses’ Mistake Magnifies the Messiah Moses' disobedience in Numbers 20, when he struck the rock instead of speaking to it, points us to the need for a perfect mediator. Jesus, unlike Moses, fulfills this role perfectly. In Luke 24:27 and 44-53, Jesus explains how all scripture points to Him, fulfilling what Moses started. Porch Point #3: Jesus Justifies the Journey Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 remind us that the journey of the Israelites serves as a warning and a lesson for us. Just as they faced temptations and trials, so do we. But through it all, God remains faithful, providing us with the strength to endure. In closing, remember that the story of Numbers is ultimately about God's grace. It points us to Jesus, who is the fulfillment of all God's promises and the ultimate guide on our spiritual journey.