What does Numbers 25:1 mean?

Numbers 25:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Numbers 25:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And Israel abode in Shittim, and the people began to commit whoredom with the daughters of Moab.

1And Israel abode in Shittim, and the people began to commit whoredom with the daughters of Moab.

2And they called the people unto the sacrifices of their gods: and the people did eat, and bowed down to their gods.

3And Israel joined himself unto Baal-peor: and the anger of the LORD was kindled against Israel.

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