Description
This is the 9th episode in the Introduction to the Torah series!
Near the middle of the Torah, Balaam breaks out into a poem. In his poem he ties together all the imagery from the rest of the Torah's poetry, to describe Israel's future King, later called the Messiah.
Bible Reading
Numbers 24:2-9
Meditation Question
From the beginning of time, God knew the cost of restoring humanity, and he did. What comes to mind as you think about that
What has God personally rescued you from?
What is one area in your life or in your community that is still broken… Take a second to call on God’s great compassion and ask him for restoration
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0HOlgPGE5w&feature=youtu.be
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Published 11/25/24
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