Numbers 14:9 · KJV

"Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷And they spake unto all the company of the children of Israel, saying, The land, which we passed through to search it, is an exceeding good land.

⁸If the LORD delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.

⁹Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not.

¹⁰But all the congregation bade stone them with stones. And the glory of the LORD appeared in the tabernacle of the congregation before all the children of Israel.

¹¹And the LORD said unto Moses, How long will this people provoke me? and how long will it be ere they believe me, for all the signs which I have shewed among them?

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Reflection Questions

How do you remind yourself of God's presence in difficult times?

What does it mean for you to not fear challenges?

When have you felt God's support in a tough situation?

Life Application

courage

Practice affirmations of faith to remind yourself that God is with you. This can help combat fear.

trust

Identify a current challenge and pray for the courage to face it, trusting in God's presence.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse emphasizes trusting in God rather than fearing earthly challenges, a theme echoed in Jesus' teachings about faith.

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