But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house. My servant MosesThis phrase emphasizes the unique relationship between God and Moses. The term "servant" in Hebrew is "ebed," which denotes a position of honor and trust. Moses is not just any servant; he is God's chosen leader for Israel. Historically, Moses' role as a servant is unparalleled, as he is the mediator of the Old Covenant and the lawgiver. This designation underscores Moses' faithfulness and the special revelation he received from God. is not so
This phrase contrasts Moses with others, specifically Aaron and Miriam in the context of Numbers 12. The Hebrew word "ken" (so) implies a standard or norm. God is making it clear that Moses' relationship with Him is distinct and not like that of other prophets or leaders. This distinction is crucial in understanding the authority and reverence Moses commands. he is faithful
The Hebrew word for "faithful" is "ne'eman," which conveys reliability and trustworthiness. Moses' faithfulness is a testament to his unwavering commitment to God's commands and his leadership over Israel. This characteristic is essential for his role, as it ensures that he is a reliable conduit for God's will and instructions. in all My house
The term "house" in Hebrew is "bayit," which can refer to a physical dwelling or, metaphorically, to a household or family. Here, it signifies the entire community of Israel, God's chosen people. Moses' faithfulness "in all My house" indicates his comprehensive responsibility and leadership over the nation. It highlights the trust God places in Moses to guide His people according to divine will. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesA central figure in the Old Testament, Moses is chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. He is described as faithful in all God's house, indicating his unique relationship with God and his role as a prophet and leader. 2. Miriam and AaronSiblings of Moses who challenge his authority in Numbers 12. Their questioning of Moses' leadership prompts God's response, highlighting Moses' unique status. 3. God's HouseRefers to the community of Israel, God's chosen people. Moses' faithfulness is emphasized in the context of his leadership over this community. 4. The Tent of MeetingThe place where God communicates with Moses, symbolizing God's presence and the special relationship Moses has with Him. 5. TheophanyAn event where God appears to humans. In Numbers 12, God appears in a pillar of cloud to address the rebellion of Miriam and Aaron. Teaching Points Faithfulness in LeadershipMoses is a model of faithfulness in leadership. His example challenges us to be faithful in the roles and responsibilities God has given us, whether in our families, workplaces, or communities. God's Sovereign ChoiceGod chooses whom He will for His purposes. Moses' selection as a leader reminds us to respect God's choices and the authorities He establishes. Intimacy with GodMoses' relationship with God was marked by direct communication. We are encouraged to seek a deeper relationship with God through prayer and obedience. Handling CriticismMoses faced criticism from those closest to him. His response, and God's defense of him, teaches us to trust God to vindicate us when we face unjust criticism. Humility and MeeknessDespite his high status, Moses is described as very humble. We are called to emulate this humility in our walk with God and interactions with others. Bible Study Questions 1. How does Moses' faithfulness in God's house challenge you in your current roles and responsibilities? 2. In what ways can you cultivate a deeper, more intimate relationship with God, similar to Moses' relationship with Him? 3. How should we respond to criticism or challenges to our leadership, based on Moses' example in Numbers 12? 4. What does the comparison between Moses and Jesus in Hebrews 3 teach us about the continuity and fulfillment of God's plan? 5. How can we demonstrate humility and meekness in our daily lives, following the example of Moses? Connections to Other Scriptures Hebrews 3:2-6This passage compares Moses' faithfulness to that of Jesus, emphasizing the superiority of Christ but acknowledging Moses' significant role in God's house. Exodus 33:11Highlights the intimate relationship between God and Moses, where God speaks to Moses face to face, as a friend. Deuteronomy 34:10Reinforces the uniqueness of Moses as a prophet whom the Lord knew face to face. People Aaron, Miriam, MosesPlaces Hazeroth, Wilderness of ParanTopics TRUE, Faithful, Household, Servant, Stedfast, TrustedDictionary of Bible Themes Numbers 12:7 5340 house
8208 commitment, to God
8253 faithfulness, examples
8304 loyalty
8331 reliability
8354 trustworthiness Numbers 12:1-11 8756 folly, examples Numbers 12:1-15 5550 speech, negative
5737 sisters Numbers 12:5-8 8474 seeing God Numbers 12:5-10 1454 theophany Numbers 12:6-8 5103 Moses, significance
8164 spirituality Numbers 12:7-8 7160 servants of the Lord
7942 ministry
8344 servanthood, in believers Library Kadesh. Rekam, and that Double. Inquiry is Made, Whether the Doubling it in the Maps is Well Done.
The readers of the eastern interpreters will observe, that Kadesh is rendered by all Rekam, or in a sound very near it. In the Chaldee, it is 'Rekam': in the Syriac, 'Rekem': in the Arabic, 'Rakim'... There are two places noted by the name Rekam in the very bounds of the land,--to wit, the southern and eastern: that is, a double Kadesh. I. Of Kadesh, or Rekam, in the south part, there is no doubt. II. Of it, in the eastern part, there is this mention: "From Rekam to the east, and Rekam is as the …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and HebraicaNinth Sunday after Trinity Carnal Security and Its vices.
Text: 1 Corinthians 10, 6-13. 6 Now these things were our examples, to the intent we should not lust after evil things, as they also lusted. 7 Neither be ye idolaters, as were some of them; as it is written, The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play. 8 Neither let us commit fornication, as some of them committed, and fell in one day three and twenty thousand. 9 Neither let us make trial of the Lord, as some of them made trial, and perished by the serpents. 10 Neither murmur ye, as …
Martin Luther—Epistle Sermons, Vol. III Twenty Third Sunday after Trinity Enemies of the Cross of Christ and the Christian's Citizenship in Heaven.
Text: Philippians 3, 17-21. 17 Brethren, be ye imitators [followers] together of me, and mark them that so walk even as ye have us for an ensample. 18 For many walk, of whom I told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ: 19 whose end is perdition, whose god is the belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things. 20 For our citizenship [conversation] is in heaven; whence also we wait for a Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: 21 who …
Martin Luther—Epistle Sermons, Vol. III Moses the Type of Christ.
"The Lord thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto Him ye shall hearken."--Deut. xviii. 15. The history of Moses is valuable to Christians, not only as giving us a pattern of fidelity towards God, of great firmness, and great meekness, but also as affording us a type or figure of our Saviour Christ. No prophet arose in Israel like Moses, till Christ came, when the promise in the text was fulfilled--"The Lord thy God," says Moses, "shall …
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VII Jesus Heals a Leper and Creates Much Excitement.
^A Matt.VIII. 2-4; ^B Mark I. 40-45; ^C Luke V. 12-16. ^c 12 And it came to pass, while he was in one of the cities [it was a city of Galilee, but as it was not named, it is idle to conjecture which city it was], behold, ^b there cometh { ^a came} ^b to him a leper [There is much discussion as to what is here meant by leprosy. Two diseases now go by that name; viz., psoriasis and elephantiasis. There are also three varieties of psoriasis, namely, white, black and red. There are also three varieties …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel "But if Ye have Bitter Envying," &C.
James iii. 14.--"But if ye have bitter envying," &c. The cunning of Satan, and the deceitfulness of our own hearts, are such that when a grosser temptation will not prevail with conscience in some measure enlightened, then they transform themselves into angels of light, and deal more subtilely with us. And there is no greater subtilty of Satan, nor no stronger self deceit, than this, to palliate and cover vices with the shadow of virtue, and to present corruptions under the similitude of graces. …
Hugh Binning—The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning Exposition of Chap. Iii. (ii. 28-32. )
Ver. 1. "And it shall come to pass, afterwards, I will pour out My Spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy; your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions." The communication of the Spirit of God was the constant prerogative of the Covenant-people. Indeed, the very idea of such a people necessarily requires it. For the Spirit of God is the only inward bond betwixt Him and that which is created; a Covenant-people, therefore, without such an inward …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Brief Outline of Ancient Jewish Theological Literature
The arrangements of the synagogue, as hitherto described, combined in a remarkable manner fixedness of order with liberty of the individual. Alike the seasons and the time of public services, their order, the prayers to be offered, and the portions of the law to be read were fixed. On the other hand, between the eighteen "benedictions" said on ordinary days, and the seven repeated on the Sabbaths, free prayer might be inserted; the selection from the prophets, with which the public reading concluded--the …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Second Stage of Jewish Trial. Jesus Condemned by Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin.
(Palace of Caiaphas. Friday.) ^A Matt. XXVI. 57, 59-68; ^B Mark XIV. 53, 55-65; ^C Luke XXII. 54, 63-65; ^D John XVIII. 24. ^d 24 Annas therefore sent him bound unto Caiaphas the high priest. [Foiled in his attempted examination of Jesus, Annas sends him to trial.] ^b and there come together with him all the chief priests and the elders and the scribes. ^a 57 And they that had taken Jesus led him away to the house of Caiaphas the high priest, ^c and brought him into the high priest's house. ^a where …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Numbers
Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers, i.-x. 28--so called,[1] rather inappropriately, from the census in i., iii., (iv.), xxvi.--is unmistakably priestly in its interests and language. Beginning with a census of the men of war (i.) and the order of the camp (ii.), it devotes specific attention to the Levites, their numbers and duties (iii., iv.). Then follow laws for the exclusion of the unclean, v. 1-4, for determining the manner and amount of restitution …
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