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Water from the Rock
6Then Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. They fell facedown, and the glory of the LORD appeared to them.7And the LORD said to Moses,8“Take the staff and assemble the congregation. You and your brother Aaron are to speak to the rock while they watch, and it will pour out its water. You will bring out water from the rock and provide drink for the congregation and their livestock.”
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- Keil-Delitzsch
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
The Lord relieved the want of water. Moses was to take the staff, and with Aaron to gather together the congregation, and speak to the rock before their eyes, when it would give forth water for the congregation and their cattle to drink.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the Lord spake unto Moses,.... Out of what was the token of his glory, which perhaps was the cloud, with an uncommon lustre and brightness in it: saying; as follows. And the Lord spake unto Moses,.... Out of what was the token of his glory, which perhaps was the cloud, with an uncommon lustre and brightness in it: saying; as follows. Numbers 20:8 num 20:8 num 20:8 num 20:8Take thy rod,.... The rod of miracles, as the Targum of Jonathan; not the rod of Aaron, miraculous for its blossom and fruit, as some Jewish writers think; but the rod of Moses, with which he had done many wonders in Egypt, and at the Red sea, and in the wilderness, and particularly by smiting the rock at Horeb, when the Israelites wanted water, as they did now: and gather thou the assembly together, thou, and Aaron thy brother; not only the heads of the people, but the body of them, as many as could be got together to see the miracle, and to receive the benefit of it: and speak ye unto the rock before their eyes; which was near, but a little way off, within sight, and might be pointed to: it was not the same rock that was smote before; that was in Horeb, this in the extremity of the land of Edom, as Aben Ezra observes; this was to be spoken to, and by a word speaking it would give out water; which was a trial of the faith of Moses and Aaron, as well as of the people, before whom, in a public manner, the rock was to be addressed, as if it was intelligent and all-sufficient: and it shall give forth his water; not as though there was a fountain of water in it, but that water should flow from it, or God by it give water: and thou shalt bring forth to them water out of the rock; by speaking to it: so thou shalt give the congregation and their beasts drink; sufficient for them both.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
20:7-9 God heard Israel’s complaints, regarded them as legitimate, and commanded Moses to solve the problem.
Numbers 20:7
Water from the Rock
6Then Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. They fell facedown, and the glory of the LORD appeared to them.7And the LORD said to Moses,8“Take the staff and assemble the congregation. You and your brother Aaron are to speak to the rock while they watch, and it will pour out its water. You will bring out water from the rock and provide drink for the congregation and their livestock.”
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Frustrations Can Be Fatal
By Ralph Sexton1.3K42:15NUM 20:7DEU 34:4JOS 24:151SA 15:22MAT 6:33ROM 8:282CO 5:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following God's commandments and word, even in the midst of adversity. He references Moses, who remained faithful and strong until his death at the age of 120. The preacher encourages the audience to be determined and unwavering in their faith, choosing to serve the Lord and make a difference in their lives and communities. He also highlights the implications of spiritual death and the need for salvation through God's grace. Additionally, the preacher emphasizes the importance of destiny and how our decisions and actions can impact not only ourselves but also future generations.
Desert Survival Series Pt 30- Moses the Servant of God
By Don Courville1.2K44:17Desert SurvivalNUM 20:7In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the fear of facing Jesus one day and having to account for missed opportunities and disobedience in life. The sermon focuses on the dangers of living in the desert, both physically and spiritually, and how to survive the challenges that may arise. The speaker emphasizes the importance of dying to self and living in obedience to God, rather than living for oneself and experiencing dishonor. The sermon also highlights the need to control our passions and warns against unbelief, urging listeners to enter into God's rest and live a victorious Christian life.
(The New Covenant Servant) 2. God's Strictness With His Servants
By Zac Poonen0ObedienceAccountabilityEXO 4:24NUM 20:7Zac Poonen emphasizes God's strictness with His servants, illustrating that those entrusted with much are held to a higher standard. He recounts the story of Moses, who faced severe consequences for disobedience, highlighting that even minor infractions can lead to significant repercussions in God's eyes. Poonen warns against the dangers of hasty actions and the importance of total obedience, using examples from the lives of Moses and Saul to demonstrate that God expects His servants to adhere strictly to His commands. The sermon concludes with a reminder that God's judgment may be delayed, but it is inevitable, urging believers to maintain integrity in their commitments and speech.
(The Full Gospel) 21. Helping God!!
By Zac Poonen0GEN 15:5EXO 17:6NUM 20:72SA 6:6ECC 10:8MAT 11:28JHN 5:19ACT 17:26ROM 2:4Zac Poonen preaches on the dangers of using human reasoning and trying to help God according to our own understanding, as seen in the stories of Abraham, Moses, and Uzzah. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God's will and guidance in all decisions, rather than relying on man-made plans. Poonen highlights the consequences of stepping outside of God's boundaries and the need to trust in God's ways, even when they may not align with our own thoughts or methods.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
The Lord relieved the want of water. Moses was to take the staff, and with Aaron to gather together the congregation, and speak to the rock before their eyes, when it would give forth water for the congregation and their cattle to drink.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the Lord spake unto Moses,.... Out of what was the token of his glory, which perhaps was the cloud, with an uncommon lustre and brightness in it: saying; as follows. And the Lord spake unto Moses,.... Out of what was the token of his glory, which perhaps was the cloud, with an uncommon lustre and brightness in it: saying; as follows. Numbers 20:8 num 20:8 num 20:8 num 20:8Take thy rod,.... The rod of miracles, as the Targum of Jonathan; not the rod of Aaron, miraculous for its blossom and fruit, as some Jewish writers think; but the rod of Moses, with which he had done many wonders in Egypt, and at the Red sea, and in the wilderness, and particularly by smiting the rock at Horeb, when the Israelites wanted water, as they did now: and gather thou the assembly together, thou, and Aaron thy brother; not only the heads of the people, but the body of them, as many as could be got together to see the miracle, and to receive the benefit of it: and speak ye unto the rock before their eyes; which was near, but a little way off, within sight, and might be pointed to: it was not the same rock that was smote before; that was in Horeb, this in the extremity of the land of Edom, as Aben Ezra observes; this was to be spoken to, and by a word speaking it would give out water; which was a trial of the faith of Moses and Aaron, as well as of the people, before whom, in a public manner, the rock was to be addressed, as if it was intelligent and all-sufficient: and it shall give forth his water; not as though there was a fountain of water in it, but that water should flow from it, or God by it give water: and thou shalt bring forth to them water out of the rock; by speaking to it: so thou shalt give the congregation and their beasts drink; sufficient for them both.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
20:7-9 God heard Israel’s complaints, regarded them as legitimate, and commanded Moses to solve the problem.