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The people of Israel were to set out for their God-appointed inheritance. They would go through an unknown land that was dangerous, but God gave them the help they needed.
His command (1–13). The priests used the two silver trumpets to communicate God’s will to the people. The blowing of the silver trumpets would gather them together, move them forward, summon them to battle, or call them to enjoy the feasts of the Lord. They heard the trumpets and watched the cloud, and they were safe.
His word (14–28). God had already told them how to organize the march, and all they had to do was obey. If we don’t obey in the things God has told us, He will not reveal anything new to us (
Experience (29–32). Hobab was a brother of Zipporah, Moses’ wife; and Moses asked him to come with Israel and share his “wilderness wisdom.” Hobab’s wisdom did not take the place of God’s leading. Rather, Hobab assisted in the everyday problems of a people who were not accustomed to wilderness life. God promises to guide us, but that doesn’t mean we should be deaf to the wisdom of experienced people. Hobab did Israel good, and Israel brought good to him (
Prayer (33–36). The ark represented God’s presence and His throne. Moses prayed to God when the people marched forward and when God told them to stop. That’s a good example for us to follow as we move through each day.