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Splinters, Thorns, and the Beauty of Your Portion

Day 69 TODAY’S READING: Numbers 32–33. WORD OF THE DAY: Portion. We are so close to the Promised Land we can almost taste it! But before the Israelites cross the Jordan, there are some final negotiations and a very long history lesson. (https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$...) Explore Every Woman’s Bible (https://sites.tyndale.com/everywomans...) Our Word of the Day is Portion. A portion is a part of a whole, or a person’s destiny or lot. In Numbers 32, we see some tribes deciding that their “portion” should be on the east side of the river because the land was good for livestock. While they eventually got their wish, they had to commit to finishing the mission with their brothers first. The Memory Log Chapter 33 is essentially Moses’ travel journal. It’s a written record of their progress from Egypt to the plains of Moab. Why does this matter? Because 40 years is a long time to wander, and it’s easy to forget the miracles when you’re focused on the dirt. By recording the journey, Moses ensured the new generation knew exactly where they came from and who brought them there. No Room for Coexistence The warnings at the end of Chapter 33 are heavy. God tells them to drive out everyone and demolish everything pagan. It sounds harsh, but it was an act of “tender regard” for His people. God knew that if they coexisted with idols, those influences would become splinters in their eyes—constant sources of pain and distraction. The Lord is My Portion Tricia reminded us that while the Israelites were fighting for a physical portion of land, our ultimate portion is the Lord Himself. In the Old Testament, we see a cycle of sin and struggle, but through Jesus, we are invited to reclaim the whole earth for His kingdom. We don’t have to live in spiritual scarcity. (https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$...) Journal Prompt If you were to write a “written record” of your progress over the last month, what would be the highlights? Where did God provide for you in your “wilderness”? Write it down today so you don’t forget His faithfulness. (https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$...) Download Your Journal Page Here (https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid...) Closing Prayer Lord, You are our chosen portion and our cup. Thank You for the destiny You have prepared for us. Help us to be diligent in clearing out the “idols” and distractions that keep us from fully enjoying Your presence. We thank You for Your abundance and for walking with us through every stage of our journey. Amen. (https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$...)