Day 48
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| A New Leader to Lead Israelites to the Promised Land! |
Observation
A final census of the people, ordered by Moses prior to entering the Promised Land, reveals that the old generation has died off—a fact that signals an end to the forty years of wandering. Following the census, God designates a new leader to replace Moses. For although he survived the judgment of his generation, he would not lead the people into Canaan. Next, Moses reviews for the new generation the various sacrifices of worship—as well as the daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly celebrations—to insure that the nation does not overlook any of its holy obligations or divinely assigned remembrances.
Application
Would you rather be known for your good reputation or your outstanding character?
Though reputation and character are often used as interchangeable terms, the meaning are very different. Your reputation is what others think you are, your character is what God knows you are.
For all his humanness, Israel’s great leader revealed a striking depth of character when God told him that he would soon die. Instead of complaining, Moses expressed concern over the welfare of the people. Forty years of wilderness travel, during which time his ability and reputation as a leader were frequently under fire, served not to shatter his character, but rather to shape it.
What circumstance has God brought into your life to build your character: A difficult relationship? A conflict at work? A physical or financial problem? Ask God to help with your character-shaping experiences you face today.
Though reputation and character are often used as interchangeable terms, the meaning are very different. Your reputation is what others think you are, your character is what God knows you are.
For all his humanness, Israel’s great leader revealed a striking depth of character when God told him that he would soon die. Instead of complaining, Moses expressed concern over the welfare of the people. Forty years of wilderness travel, during which time his ability and reputation as a leader were frequently under fire, served not to shatter his character, but rather to shape it.
What circumstance has God brought into your life to build your character: A difficult relationship? A conflict at work? A physical or financial problem? Ask God to help with your character-shaping experiences you face today.
Prayer
God, build our character today as we face the challenges of everyday life. We need you. We can not do this without you. And, we trust that you will shape our character according to your will. In Jesus name, amen!
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| Moses knows he's not entering the Promised Land but his Character is in tact! |
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