God Always Wins
Read This Week: Numbers 1
These were the men appointed from the community, the leaders of their ancestral tribes. They were the heads of the clans of Israel. Moses and Aaron took these men whose names had been specified, and they called the whole community together on the first day of the second month. The people registered their ancestry by their clans and families, and the men twenty years old or more were listed by name, one by one, as the Lord commanded Moses. – Numbers 1:16-19 NIV
As we begin a new study together, it is essential to keep the Bible’s metanarrative in view at all times. The Scriptures tell the story of God and His sovereignty: how He created, how humanity rebelled against Him, how Christ redeemed, and how He restores through His salvation and grace. Essentially, the overarching theme of the word is that God always wins. The book of Numbers is no different. The whole book is about people rebelling, and in the end, God still wins through His mighty power and the eternality of His will. His plans and purposes are fulfilled despite their rebellion.
Numbers opens not with miracles or battles, but with a census. At first glance, it may seem like an administrative task, counting the men of Israel who were able to go to war. But chapter 1 sets the tone for the entire book that God is interested in order, structure, and intentionality, as we saw in Leviticus. Before the people of Israel could journey further toward the Promised Land, they had to be organized, identified, and prepared. In other words, before they could move forward, they needed to know who they were, where they belonged, and who they belonged to.
This census wasn’t merely about the numbers themselves; it was about purpose. Each tribe had its place, each leader was named, and every person had a role to play in God’s larger plan. The structure brought unity, accountability, and readiness for what lay ahead. In our own lives, this study and first passage challenge us to examine whether our foundations are in order before we pursue new directions and continue our walk with the Lord. We often want progress, but Numbers 1 reminds us that preparation is part of obedience. God cares not only about where we’re going but how we get there.
Numbers 1 also highlights that belonging to the family of God meant being both counted and committed. Those who were listed weren’t just spectators. They weren’t just passive fans cheering on what God was doing and accomplishing. They were participants in God’s mission just like us. In the same way, our faith isn’t a nonchalant experience; it’s a call to step into worship, service, community, and to contribute our gifts and take responsibility for the part we play in the Kingdom and for the Gospel. God doesn’t overlook anyone; every name and every one of us matters.
Ultimately, the first chapter of Numbers, as well as the whole study, is a mirror for our spiritual lives and organizations. Before we can walk forward, we must take inventory of our hearts, our resources, and our people. Order isn’t a hindrance to movement; it’s the foundation that makes the movement meaningful. The Bible shows that when God brings structure, it’s not to restrict us but always to prepare us for the journey ahead. When we embrace the Lord’s order, we become equipped for divine purpose. The beautiful part about this is that, as we go, we can have faith and confidence that our God always wins.
Numbers 1
God gave me a poem!!!
We are the church, Alive and strong, In love
And Faith we all belong ,A living stone, A vessel
Bright, we shine Gods truth, His love, His Light!!
God was saying to me.
Jeri, you are my Church wherever you go. You don’t
Have to do everything perfectly, Just be faithful, love others, And let My Spirit Guide you. Your Life is part of my work in the world.
And what that means to me!!
To go out and let God light shine the world needs to hear about God’s Love, kindness and compassion. Start small, offer His Peace where there is anger and remind others they are Loved By God. I know God will guide me And will always stay close to me through it all.
Numbers Chapter 1 Verse 2
Take a census of all the males of the congregation of the Israelites by families, by their father’s houses, according to the number of names, head by head.
~Growth As One Nation Under God~
God Is Saying To Me:
My child, forming your life around Me requires bold faith and obedience to Me. I care and love you and will always strive to have you enter your promised land, eternal life with Me!
What This Means To Me:
Father, God is faithful and values each life. He places, leaders and those of noble faith to guide us along the way. I must trust His direction in my life to avoid spending time lost in the wilderness. A life lived without faith will result in that life in the wilderness. I must join other Christians and march forward with God’s Army. As a warrior for God, I must find others to grow in numbers and not live and conform to rebellion and sin against God. May I always call out and seek God’s covering and will if I find myself in the wilderness of my own doing.
***Father God also gifted me additional insight!***
Numbers Chapter 1 Verse 49
Only The tribe of Levi you shall not number in the census of the Israelites.
Numbers Chapter 1 Verse 50
But appoint the Levites over the tabernacle of the Testimony, and over all its vessels and furnishings and all things that belong to it. They shall carry the Tabernacle [when journeying] and all its furnishings, and they shall minister to it and encamp around it.
~A Great Nation On The Move~
God Is Saying To Me:
My child, just like I promised Abraham to make a great nation, I too have called and set you apart to have a special purpose, calling and role in your journey with Me.
What This Means To Me:
The Levites belong to God and are set apart. I belong to God too and am on a mission to protect God’s dwelling place as well. Father God concerns Himself with making sure that His presence is represented at the heart of communities, His promises and the building of a great nation. God counts everyone and we each are part of fulfilling God’s promise to Abraham through God’s distinct plan. I must adhere to God’s direction by both faith and worship and dedicate my life to God’s service. God is always at work in my life. I may find myself wondering in the wilderness at times, but the Holy Spirit lives in me and it’s my assignment to honor and acknowledge that God represents the temple in my heart and soul, prioritizing Him first with complete dedication to keeping His spirit alive and well in my life and my community. ❤️❤️❤️
Do you know that God knows who you are? He knows your name. He knows every detail about you — your heart, your dreams, your struggles — and He calls you His own. You are not forgotten, not overlooked, not average. You are chosen and deeply loved by the Creator of the universe. His plans for you are good — plans to bless you, to prosper you, and to give you a life filled with purpose and peace — a glimpse of heaven right here on earth.
And part of His plan is for you to live out your ministry. Because as believers, we don’t just go to church — we are the church. We carry God within us. We are His temple, His dwelling place, His representatives in a world that desperately needs truth and hope. Everywhere we go, we bring the presence of God with us. People experience His love, His peace, and His power through us.
I think about myself as a walking, talking worship center — a mobile sanctuary of God’s Spirit. Every day, He sets up divine appointments for me — moments where heaven meets earth through ordinary encounters. God orchestrates conversations, crossings, and connections where I can share His love, His kindness, and His truth. And when we show up with love, kindness, and truth, darkness gives way to light. Deception meets truth. Fear meets peace. We bring God to people, and through us, people are brought back to God.
1. God knows who you are — He knows your name.
Before you ever took your first breath, God saw you and called you by name. He knows your story, your past, and your future. You are not one of billions — you are one of one. Every detail of your life matters to Him, and nothing about you is hidden from His sight.
2. God has good plans for your life — plans to bless you and prosper you.
Even when circumstances don’t look good, His purpose is still unfolding. God’s goodness is constant, and His plans are designed to lead you into peace, purpose, and fulfillment. You can trust that His hand is guiding you toward something greater than what you see right now.
3. A big part of God’s plan for you is to represent Him — to minister as His messenger.
You carry His presence wherever you go. Your smile, your words, your kindness — they become the light that points people toward Jesus. Ministry isn’t just behind a pulpit; it’s in daily life. You are God’s representative, bringing heaven into every conversation and every encounter.
Leviticus 27 – The Power of a Promise
Dedication for the Journey
In Numbers 1, Father God was teaching His people the power of a promise. He was showing them that their words matter to Him—because they matter. When we say “yes” to God and dedicate something to Him, He treats it as holy because He treasures our hearts.
Today, He’s not asking us to bring animals or land to the altar like in Bible times. Instead, He’s asking us to bring our hearts. When we say, “Yes, Lord, I’m available,” He wants that yes to be real. He doesn’t need perfect people—He longs for faithful hearts that keep their word to Him. Every vow is an invitation to trust Him more deeply.
A Holy Invitation
Leviticus 27 takes place while Israel was camped at Mount Sinai, after their deliverance from Egypt and before they set out toward the Promised Land. They had received the Law, built the tabernacle, and God’s presence was dwelling in their midst.
This chapter deals with vows and dedication to the Lord. The very first line says, “The Lord spoke to Moses…” These vows were God’s invitation to His people. It was as if He was saying, “When someone wants to give Me something precious, here is how they can do it rightly.”
God was giving His children the freedom to respond to His love—not out of pressure, but out of desire. He delights when His children give from their hearts. He loves it when we say, “Lord, I’m yours,” and make space in our lives to walk closely with Him.
Why Vows Mattered
In those days, people didn’t just say thank you to God—they showed it through offerings, vows, and dedicating something valuable to Him. A vow was a sacred commitment, not a casual promise. To vow something to God was to set it apart for His use and acknowledge, “This doesn’t belong to me. It belongs to the Lord.”
One reason vows were taken so seriously is because God Himself is a covenant keeper. He never breaks His promises. When people dedicated a person, an animal, a house, or land, they were honoring God for His faithfulness and expressing their love in return.
What This Means for Us Today
God isn’t asking us to bring offerings of property or livestock anymore—He’s asking for our hearts. Our “yes” matters to Him. He wants us to trust Him more deeply with every part of our lives—our family, time, resources, and dreams.
Leviticus ends with a reminder of what matters most to God: not just sacrifices and rituals, but the heart behind it all. He gave His people a way to offer themselves freely, to say, “Lord, I belong to You.”
For us today, this looks like living with open hands—trusting God with everything. It’s choosing to say yes even when the journey is uncertain, even when it costs us something, even when we don’t see immediate answers.
It’s a lifestyle of trust:
Trusting when we can’t fix something or someone.
Believing in His timing when nothing seems to be happening.
Following Him when He leads us somewhere new.
Choosing faith instead of fear.
Staying tender to His love in every part of life—not just at church, but in our cars, kitchens, workplaces, and homes.
As I reflect on this journey through Leviticus, my heart is full of gratitude. God has taught us what it means to be set apart, to walk closely with Him, and to offer ourselves fully. Here, in chapter 27, He ends with a simple and beautiful invitation:
“Give Me your yes. Dedicate your heart to Me.”
Father God, thank You for teaching us through Your Words! Thank You for shaping us to be a people who walk in trust, who give freely, and who say “yes” with all our hearts.
Please help us to want to see the truth and have changed hearts
As we step into numbers, a new season with you, please help us. I pray that our hearts would be open even more to hear you and what you want to teach us in this season.
To walk even more closely and live out our devotion to you with our faith growing more and more in
your mighty name Jesus amen ✨
Thank you Father God for blessing us with Jesus and Your Holy Spirit ️✨
Love you thank you with being blessed to be Your daughter love you ty
Numbers 1 verse one
God doesn’t stop guiding you because life feels like a wilderness. He meet you right where you are and you’re waiting., Wandering, of wondering and remind you that his present hasn’t left you.
And what that means to me.
For me, even when I feel stuck, lost, unsure what’s next God still speaks and and that God is with me in the season and always speaks with me in every situation to bring me peace and purpose. I’m never forgotten, he is preparing me for what’s next.
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