Moses and Leadership
What burden did Moses face that led him to ask the Lord for help in Numbers 11?
Leading and judging all the people by himself.
How many spies did Moses send to explore Canaan?
Twelve.
What did the Israelites complain about in Numbers 21 before the fiery serpents came?
The lack of food and water, and their dislike of manna.
How long did Israel wander in the wilderness?
Forty years.
Who succeeded Moses as the leader of Israel?
Joshua.
Who did God appoint to help Moses bear the load of leading Israel?
Seventy elders, filled with the Spirit.
Which two spies brought back a faithful report?
Joshua and Caleb.
How did God heal those bitten by serpents?
They looked at the brass serpent Moses lifted up.
What did manna represent spiritually?
God’s daily, sustaining grace.
What change was made to his name before he became leader?
“Oshea” was changed to “Joshua.”
What did Moses wish when Eldad and Medad prophesied in the camp?
That all the Lord’s people were prophets.
What did the Israelites want to do when they heard the fearful report from the 10 spies?
Return to Egypt.
What does the brass serpent symbolize?
Jesus Christ and His Atonement.
What did Robbie Taggart describe as existing “side by side” in the wilderness?
Suffering
Who was Balak, and what did he ask Balaam to do?
Who was Balak, and what did he ask Balaam to do?
Who spoke against Moses because of his wife, and what happened to them?
Miriam and Aaron; Miriam was struck with leprosy.
What phrase from Numbers 14:9 inspired this week’s lesson title?
“Rebel not ye against the Lord, neither fear ye.”
Why did some Israelites refuse to look at the brass serpent?
They lacked faith or thought it was too simple a solution.
What message did the trials of Israel teach about their relationship with God?
That obedience and faith bring progress; rebellion brings delay.
How did Balaam initially respond to Balak’s bribes?
He refused to go beyond what the Lord commanded.
What attribute of Moses is highlighted in Numbers 12:3?
Meekness — “Moses was very meek.”
What was God’s punishment for Israel’s lack of faith in His promise?
They would wander in the wilderness for 40 years until the faithless generation died.
Which Book of Mormon prophets referred to this story?
Nephi, Alma, and Helaman.
What spiritual lesson can we draw from Israel’s 40-year journey?
We cannot reach the “promised land” (eternal life) without learning faith and trust in Christ.
What eventually happened to Balaam?
He gave in to wickedness and caused Israel to sin.