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Class Date
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Subject
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Numbers
9
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Jan 16, 19
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Voice of the Martyrs: China and the crackdown on
Christianity. Genesis 17, 18, 21: Abraham and Sarah
laugh at God. In return, God names their first born
Isaac ("laughter") to indicate their lack of faith and
God's faithfulness. Num 8:1-26. Ch. 8 provides guidance
on lampstands (menorahs that represent Jesus Christ, the
Light of the world) and the cleansing and dedication of
the Levites (the "firstborns").
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Numbers
8
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Jan 9, 19
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Gen 15-21: Observations about Abraham, walking
with God, keeping our eyes on Him, and trusting Him. Num
7:1-89. Ch. 7, the second longest chapter in the Bible,
opens with the completion, blessing, and consecration of
the tabernacle by Moses (v. 1, Ex 40:1). The remainder
of the chapter details the offerings the tribal leaders
brought to the tabernacle for the Lord. While the
chapter seems repetitive, the dedication of the
tabernacle was critical to Israel.
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Numbers 7
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Jan 2, 19
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Num 6:1-27. In ch. 6, we study consecration and
blessing as represented by Nazarite vow. God set
provisions so that any man or woman could take a special
vow to be a Nazarite for a specific period of time. This
period of separation for God was demonstrated by
abstinence from vine (v. 3-4), razor (v. 5), and contact
with dead bodies (v. 6-7). Vow represents God's desire
for Israelites to be set apart for Him (v. 2) and
reminds us that proper devotion to Lord may require
abstinence from certain activities. Lesson concludes
with priestly blessing seen in v. 22-27.
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Numbers 6
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Dec 19, 18
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Num 4:21 - 5:1-31. Duties of Gershonites,
Merarites, and priests (specifically, Eleazar and
Ithamar) discussed as it relates to moving tabernacle.
Special care is given to this endeavor because of
importance of items being moved. Study of ch. 4
concludes with numbering of Levites and how it differs
from general census. Ch. 5 describes how to deal with
purity, sin, and infidelity in camp. These rules
ultimately given to demonstrate importance of
maintaining holiness in presence of God, but also to
prepare Israelites for entry into Canaan.
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Numbers 5
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Dec 12, 18
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Reading from Johannes Vogel's Pre-Trib
presentation, "From Hate to Love." Num 4:1-20. While ch.
3 provides a general explanation of duties of priests
and Levitical families, ch. 4 deals more specifically
with functions of families (Kohath, Gershon, and Merari).
Unlike other tribes, Levites are counted selectively
based on their ability to perform these functions. The
significance of rituals and warnings inherent in these
duties reminds us that God cares about details and
should be treated reverently. It's important for us to
honor Him with that in mind.
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Numbers 4
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Nov 28, 18
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Bill Nye's comments on colonizing Mars. Num
3:1-51. Third chapter explores Aaron, his sons, and the
selection, numbering, and placement of the Levites.
God's special instructions for Levitical priesthood help
us understand the principles of substitution and
redemption seen throughout the Bible. While today we
have direct access to God previously granted to the
priests, we must understand that God is still holy and
needs to be treated as holy.
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Numbers 3
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Oct 24, 18
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Num 2:1-34. Recap/update on CEF Rhode Island by
Kathi Haley. Intro to Numbers continued. Bible Knowledge
Commentary Outline shared as a way to view Numbers by
chapters (vs. by geography or topic). In the first
chapter, God's purpose for Numbers is both stated
(military roster) and non-stated (He cares about
details, knew size of nation would be challenged, etc.).
Second chapter explores the placement of the tribes in
the Israelite encampment.
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Numbers 2
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Oct 17, 18
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Num 1:1-54. The Moon: Required for Life on
earth. Introduction to Numbers continued. Historical
background: Israel's exodus from Egypt and and first
year spent in the wilderness. First chapter explores
purpose and logistics of Israel's first census. Dispute
over final census numbers discussed.
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Numbers 1
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Oct 10, 18
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Ps 19:1-6. Article by Jamie McIntyre:
“Stargazing: What will the next 60 years bring to
space?" Introduction to the Book of Numbers: name &
author, date, theme & purpose, and outlines. Continuing
Exodus's narrative, Numbers compares and contrasts the
Exodus generation to the next generation. The book,
which records two censuses, spans the time from the
Israelites' second year in the wilderness to Moab, as
the Next-Gen prepares to enter the Promised Land.
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