Numbers: Numbers Chapter 23
Numbers Chapter 23
and said
In the prophecies of Balaam God testifies on behalf of His people rather than (as usual) to them. It is the divine testimony to their standing as a redeemed people in view of the serpent "lifted up," and of the water from the smitten rock. (Num 21:5-9); (Num 20:11). Their state was morally bad, but this was a matter concerning the discipline of God, not His judgment. The interpretation of the prophecies is literal as to Israel, typical as to Christians. Through Christ "lifted up" (Joh 3:14) our standing is eternally secure and perfect, though our state may require the Father's discipline; (Co1 11:30-32); (Co2 1:4-9); (Co2 1:10-13) meantime, against all enemies, God is "for us." (Rom 8:31).
repent
(See Scofield) - (Zac 8:14).
unicorn
That is, the aurochs, or wild ox.