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Numbers 15:30 Β· KJV

"But the soul that doeth ought presumptuously, whether he be born in the land, or a stranger, the same reproacheth the LORD; and that soul shall be cut off from among his people."

King James Version

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Passage Context

28And the priest shall make an atonement for the soul that sinneth ignorantly, when he sinneth by ignorance before the LORD, to make an atonement for him; and it shall be forgiven him.
29Ye shall have one law for him that sinneth through ignorance, both for him that is born among the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them.
30But the soul that doeth ought presumptuously, whether he be born in the land, or a stranger, the same reproacheth the LORD; and that soul shall be cut off from among his people.
31Because he hath despised the word of the LORD, and hath broken his commandment, that soul shall utterly be cut off; his iniquity shall be upon him.
32And while the children of Israel were in the wilderness, they found a man that gathered sticks upon the sabbath day.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to act presumptuously?

2

How do you discern between ignorance and willful disobedience in your life?

3

When have you faced the consequences of your actions?

Life Application

obedience

Reflect on areas in your life where you might be ignoring God's guidance and take steps to realign with His will.

self-awareness

Consider how self-awareness can help you avoid presumptuous actions that lead to negative consequences.

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