Numbers 14:8
Numbers 14:8 in Multiple Translations
If the LORD delights in us, He will bring us into this land, a land flowing with milk and honey, and He will give it to us.
If the LORD delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.
If Jehovah delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it unto us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.
And if the Lord has delight in us, he will take us into this land and give it to us, a land flowing with milk and honey.
If the Lord is happy with us, he will take us there and give it to us, a land that's so productive it's like flowing with milk and honey.
If the Lord loue vs, he will bring vs into this land, and giue it vs, which is a land that floweth with milke and honie.
if Jehovah hath delighted in us, then He hath brought us in unto this land, and hath given it to us, a land which is flowing with milk and honey;
If the LORD delights in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it to us: a land which flows with milk and honey.
If the LORD delighteth in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it to us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.
If the Lord be favourable, he will bring us into it, and give us a land flowing with milk and honey.
If Yahweh is pleased with us, he will lead us into that very fertile [IDM] land, and he will give it to us.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 14:8
Study Notes — Numbers 14:8
- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 14:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 14:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 14:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 14:8
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 14:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 14:8
- Sermons on Numbers 14:8
Context — Israel’s Rebellion
8If the LORD delights in us, He will bring us into this land, a land flowing with milk and honey, and He will give it to us.
9Only do not rebel against the LORD, and do not be afraid of the people of the land, for they will be like bread for us. Their protection has been removed, and the LORD is with us. Do not be afraid of them!” 10But the whole congregation threatened to stone Joshua and Caleb. Then the glory of the LORD appeared to all the Israelites at the Tent of Meeting.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 22:20 | He brought me out into the open; He rescued me because He delighted in me. |
| 2 | Isaiah 62:4 | No longer will you be called Forsaken, nor your land named Desolate; but you will be called Hephzibah, and your land Beulah; for the LORD will take delight in you, and your land will be His bride. |
| 3 | Numbers 13:27 | And they gave this account to Moses: “We went into the land to which you sent us, and indeed, it is flowing with milk and honey. Here is some of its fruit! |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 10:15 | Yet the LORD has set His affection on your fathers and loved them. And He has chosen you, their descendants after them, above all the peoples, even to this day. |
| 5 | Psalms 147:10–11 | He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He takes no pleasure in the legpower of the man. The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion. |
| 6 | Romans 8:31 | What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? |
| 7 | Psalms 22:8 | “He trusts in the LORD, let the LORD deliver him; let the LORD rescue him, since He delights in him.” |
| 8 | 1 Kings 10:9 | Blessed be the LORD your God, who has delighted in you to set you on the throne of Israel. Because of the LORD’s eternal love for Israel, He has made you king to carry out justice and righteousness.” |
| 9 | Zephaniah 3:17 | The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” |
| 10 | Jeremiah 32:41 | Yes, I will rejoice in doing them good, and I will faithfully plant them in this land with all My heart and with all My soul. |
Numbers 14:8 Summary
This verse is saying that if God is happy with us, He will bring us into a wonderful place where we will be blessed and have everything we need. This 'land flowing with milk and honey' is like a symbol of God's goodness and abundance, as seen in Exodus 3:8. We can trust that God wants the best for us, just like He did for the Israelites, and that He will bring us into a place of spiritual abundance if we trust and obey Him, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11. By trusting in God's presence and faithfulness, we can have confidence that He will guide us and provide for us, just like He did for the Israelites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the Lord to 'delight' in us?
The Lord delights in us when we obey and trust Him, as seen in Numbers 14:8, and this is also evident in Psalm 37:23, which says that the steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord.
How can we know if the Lord is with us in a particular situation?
We can know if the Lord is with us by looking at His past faithfulness, as in Deuteronomy 31:6, and by trusting in His presence, as promised in Matthew 28:20, which says that He will be with us always.
What is the 'land flowing with milk and honey' a symbol of in this verse?
The 'land flowing with milk and honey' is a symbol of the Promised Land that God had promised to the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 3:8, and it represents a place of abundance and blessing from God.
How does this verse relate to our lives as believers today?
This verse reminds us that God's plans for us are good, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11, and that He desires to bring us into a place of spiritual abundance and blessing, just as He did for the Israelites, if we trust and obey Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust that the Lord delights in me and wants to bring me into a place of abundance and blessing?
- How can I practically apply the principle of trusting in God's presence and faithfulness, as seen in this verse, to a difficult situation I am currently facing?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my trust in God's goodness and plans for me, just like Caleb and Joshua did in this verse?
- What does it mean for me to 'rebel against the Lord' in my own life, and how can I avoid doing so, as warned against in the surrounding verses?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 14:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 14:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 14:8
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 14:8
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 14:8
Sermons on Numbers 14:8
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Lukewarm No More - Part 18 by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Caleb and Joshua from the Bible. He highlights the different perspectives and vocabularies of these two men. Caleb emphasizes th |
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The Victorious Life by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of balance in the Christian faith. He encourages the audience to study and memorize Hebrews chapter 11, which contains verses |
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The Promise of the Father by R.E. Carroll | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the promise of the Father, which is a theme that runs throughout the scriptures. They mention testimonies of people who have experienced whole |
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Full of Hope by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the unwavering hope and faith of Joshua and Caleb, who, despite the daunting challenges they faced, returned from the Promised Land filled with joy and c |
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God's Delight by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that God not only loves His people but also delights in each one of us, taking great pleasure in our lives and well-being. He compares this divine deligh |
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Mixed With Faith by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the necessity of mixing faith with knowledge to truly experience God's promises, illustrating how the Israelites failed to enter the Promised Land due to t |
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When the Wounds of a Friend Don't Seem to Be Faithful by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not following man-made visions and plans, as they can lead to exhaustion and leave one in the wilderness. He uses the examp |





