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March 10

Numbers 32:1-33:56

 

The possession of land on the east side of Jordan has always been a little puzzling to me, but it seems to be of the Lord because of what Moses said at verse 32:22.  While we believe the Exodus, wilderness, and Jordan crossing are literal accounts, the allegorical value of them is undeniable in teaching and preaching.  Several sermons and writings in the New Testament refer to this allegorical value as clear typology of the processes of salvation, sanctification, etc.; given to us for our edification.  What puzzles me is how this “east side possession” fits into the allegorical view of the Exodus, the wilderness, and crossing the Jordan. 

 

I suppose there are some who are willing to help others take possession of the Promise but then prefer themselves to retreat to the temporal comforts and hang on to the temporal riches outside.  And God grants this. 

 

After reviewing the wilderness journey a solemn warning finishes this section.  A warning is given to “cleanse” the land of its current occupants, or else the same judgment of displacement would happen to Israel.  Rather prophetic, isn’t it?

 

 

 

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