Strong Tower
A daily scripture exposition.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Numbers 2:22-23 NIV
“The tribe of Benjamin will be next. The leader of the people of Benjamin is Abidan son of Gideoni. His division numbers 35,400.”
Who or what influences your next actions?
Who determines the next steps in your life? Is it guided by divine intervention, or swayed by your personal emotions? This is a profound question that warrants ongoing introspection. When you allow God to take the lead, positive outcomes are guaranteed.
In today’s referenced scripture, we see that Moses’s personal feelings did not influence the organization of the tribes but instead followed a specific divine instruction. The placement of the tribe of Benjamin, much like the other tribes, was fixed and unchangeable, underscored by the definitive phrasing: “The tribe of Benjamin will be next.”
This serves as a reminder to assess our own decision-making processes. Are our choices and paths aligned with God’s guidance or merely reactions to our immediate emotions? It’s essential to discern this distinction and ensure that our lives are directed by a higher purpose rather than fleeting feelings. Reflect deeply on who or what influences your next actions; the clarity you seek might depend on it.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, I humbly pray that my life will align with Your divine direction and guidance, rather than being swayed by my feelings or inclinations. Help me discern Your will in every situation and trust in Your plan for me, even when it diverges from my desires. Give me the strength to embrace Your path with an open heart and a willing spirit. In Jesus’s name, I pray. Amen.
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