“Words that Hurt” Lessons from the Wilderness ( Numbers 12

After Moses led the children of Israel out of Egypt, they spent 40 years in the wilderness before finally entering the Promised Land. The Book of Numbers tells the story of most of those 40 years spent wandering. Despite receiving God’s leading and provision during this time, factions, critical words, rumors and gossip still posed a threat to community. We must be mindful of the way words can either build up or tear down the work that God is up to.