The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Introduction to Desert Wanderings (with Jeff Cavins) - 2022
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Feb 21, 2022 AI Snips
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The Test of Trust
- The Book of Numbers picks up with the Israelites still at Mount Sinai after receiving the tabernacle, priesthood, and law.
- Their journey to the Promised Land begins with a test of trust in God.
40 Years of Wandering
- The Israelites' 40-year wandering in the desert resulted from their failure to trust God's power to conquer the Promised Land.
- Only the younger generation will eventually enter, highlighting a generational shift in faith and obedience.
Wear Reminders of Faith
- Wear a physical reminder of your faith, like the Israelites' tassels (tzitzit), to maintain focus on God's word.
- This practice fosters trust and reinforces identity as a follower of God's commandments.