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Numbers 16:30 · KJV

"But if the LORD make a new thing, and the earth open her mouth, and swallow them up, with all that appertain unto them, and they go down quick into the pit; then ye shall understand that these men have provoked the LORD."

King James Version

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Passage Context

28And Moses said, Hereby ye shall know that the LORD hath sent me to do all these works; for I have not done them of mine own mind.
29If these men die the common death of all men, or if they be visited after the visitation of all men; then the LORD hath not sent me.
30But if the LORD make a new thing, and the earth open her mouth, and swallow them up, with all that appertain unto them, and they go down quick into the pit; then ye shall understand that these men have provoked the LORD.
31And it came to pass, as he had made an end of speaking all these words, that the ground clave asunder that was under them:
32And the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed them up, and their houses, and all the men that appertained unto Korah, and all their goods.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you perceive God's authority in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to provoke God?

3

When have you witnessed consequences for rebellion?

Life Application

faith

Recognize the importance of respecting God's authority in your life. Reflect on how you can align your actions with His will.

personal growth

Consider the consequences of your actions. Are there areas in your life where you need to submit to God's guidance?

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