Numbers 32 · Grade 4
Don't Leave Your Brothers
Read and Think
As Israel neared the Jordan, Reuben and Gad saw that the lands they had just conquered were perfect for their large herds. They asked to stay east of the river. To Moses, it sounded like the spies all over again. He worried that their choice would discourage the other tribes.
Moses spoke sharply, reminding them how the first generation's fear had brought forty years of wandering. The tribes responded with a solution. They would settle their families and flocks, then send their fighting men across the Jordan ahead of Israel until the land was won.
Moses accepted but warned that failing to keep this promise would be sin against Yahweh, and it would find them out. Joshua 22 records that they did keep their word. Unity matters to God, and His people must not leave others to struggle alone.
Show What You Know
Why did Reuben and Gad want to stay east of the river?
Why did their request worry Moses?
What solution did they offer?
Where does the Bible record that they kept their word?
Think About It
Have you ever been tempted to stop helping once your own needs were met?
How can your family or church stand together like these tribes?
Memory Verse
““But if you will not do so, behold, you have sinned against Yahweh; and be sure your sin will find you out.”
Numbers 32:23 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for helping others. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- What does be sure your sin will find you out mean here?
- How can we bear one another's burdens?
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