Read the recommended Bible passages and the thought-provoking blurb below. Send your partner a letter or notecard answering the questions at the end of this post. Don't forget to pray and invite the Lord into your study time.

Bible passages to read and reflect on this week:

Numbers Chapter 14 (The Key Passage is Numbers 14:23)

God had led the Israelites out of Egypt. He had promised them this land that was right before them. And yet what did they do? They refused to go in. They heard the reports that there were giants in the land. They let their fear get the best of them. They turned against Moses and Aaron. They even came up with a plan to return to Egypt, where they had been enslaved! This all seems really silly now, and we can sit back and point our fingers at the Israelites until.... we look closely at our own lives. God has promised to never forsake us. He has promised us abundant and eternal life. He has assured us that He has a hope and a future for us and that He does not intend to bring us harm. And yet how many times do we shrink back in fear, forgetting that we are heirs of the King?

God had proven Himself faithful to the Israelites. Why do you think they struggled to believe He would protect them as they entered the Promised Land?

What does this type of fear look like in your life? Is there something holding you back from trusting God's call?

What promises in scripture will you claim that can help ease your fears? This question may take a few minutes of research. But, don't shy away. Dig into God's word, Sis!

Did you have any other thoughts or questions from your study this week? Share your thoughts!