Proverbs 23- Numbers 20-21

Numbers 20-21

2 times in these 2 chapters the Israelites complain spoke out against the Lord! t seems that all the Israelites did was complain! He provided water when there wasn't any and He saved them from the venomous snakes by saying all you have to do is look at the serpent on the staff!

Vs 16 and vs 21:3 both talk about how the Lord heard their cry and the Lord heard their plea. God thank you that you hear our prayers! 20:6 "but when we cried out to the LORD, he heard our cry and sent an angel and brought us out of Egypt, 21:3 The LORD listened to Israel's plea and gave the Canaanites over to them. They completely destroyed them

God, vs 21:5 talks about how they grew impatient on the way. Lord, I too become impatient but know you want to reform my character and grow in patience!

Moses lost both of his siblings in this passage. God also explained that because Moses didn't follow his instructions 100%, that he wouldn't be allowed to enter into the promised land.

Proverbs 23-
2 put a knife to your throat if you are given to gluttony. 3 Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive.

Oh Lord, lately I've been so discouraged about food. I do crave certain delicacies. Help us to be responsible with our eating habits!!!

9 Do not speak to a fool, for he will scorn the wisdom of your words.
This verse is SO true. I've spoken with fools and have been scorned by them!

13 Do not withhold discipline from a child; if you punish him with the rod, he will not die. 14 Punish him with the rod and save his soul from death. 22 Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old. 24 The father of a righteous man has great joy; he who has a wise son delights in him. 25 May your father and mother be glad; may she who gave you birth rejoice!

God, help Robby and I to discipline our children so they may be spared from spiritual death!!! Help guide their hearts and guide us as parents as we try to mold them into who you want them to be.