At first glance, Numbers might not sound like the most exciting book—but don’t let the title fool you. These opening chapters are about way more than a census. They tell the story of a people in transition, our God who calls each person by name, and a journey through the wilderness with Him at the center.
In this episode, we’ll unpack how God was preparing His people—not just for travel, but for trust. Each tribe was counted, every role assigned, and the camp was arranged with God’s presence right in the middle. It’s a powerful reminder that He isn’t distant at all. He leads, provides, and walks with His people—even in seasons of uncertainty.
And just like Israel, we all go through wilderness seasons. Times when the path ahead isn’t clear, when we feel lost or stuck. But the same God who guided them guides us too. He knows our names, calls us with purpose, and invites us to trust Him as we journey forward.
Join me as we remind ourselves that Numbers is more than just a list of numbers and names—it’s a story of faith, presence, and God’s unwavering care in the middle of it all. Let’s walk this wilderness journey together, knowing He is with us every step of the way.



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Bible Project // Guide to the Book of Numbers
https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-numbers/
Bible Project // Book of Numbers
https://youtu.be/tp5MIrMZFqo?si=m7URsk29joHk47hx
Bible Project // Numbers – Torah Series
https://youtu.be/zebxH-5o-SQ?si=YzFZAzZy0nO-a4ui
Discovering the Gospel in the Book of Numbers // Tim Keller
https://www.wbchapel.com/blog/discovering-the-gospel-in-numbers
OOBT ADVENT EPISODES = “Living Between Two Advents”
Advent 2021 // https://mfahring.com/advent-waiting-for-the-messiah/
Advent 2021 // https://mfahring.com/advent-christ-our-savior-is-born/
Advent 2022 // https://mfahring.com/god-with-us-while-we-wait/
Advent 2022 // https://mfahring.com/the-awe-wonder-of-christ-our-saviors-birth/
Advent 2023 // https://mfahring.com/advent-rescue-came-down-his-name-is-emmanuel/
Advent 2023 // https://mfahring.com/advent-out-of-egypt-i-called-my-son/
Numbers (Book 4) (The Story of God Bible Commentary)
https://www.amazon.com/Numbers-Story-God-Bible-Commentary/dp/0310490766/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=
With Us in the Wilderness // Lauren Chandler
https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/with-us-in-the-wilderness-bible-study-book-P005823707
First 5 // Numbers: How To Wrestle Well When You’re Worn Out in the Waiting //
https://app.first5.org/book/Numbers%202022?__hstc=266782737.50c700af0167315aa1094abe399b22e4.1731625866334.1735767155226.1736887193360.6&__hssc=266782737.1.1736887193360&__hsfp=424417210
She Reads Truth // Numbers: The Lord Goes With Us //
https://shereadstruth.com/plans/numbers/
Spoken Gospel // Numbers
https://www.spokengospel.com/books/numbers
Camp Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)
Marching Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)
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