Message of Numbers: Journey to the Promised Land (Bible Speaks Today)

Publisher's Description

Numbers is one of the lost books of the Bible. Lost in that it is neglected by many Christians.

Named for its two “numberings,” or censuses, of Israel—the generation that left Egypt and the generation that entered the land of promise—it frames a fascinating account of the pilgrim people Israel learning to trust God. Readers are frequently puzzled by the dazzling variety of literature that makes up this book and wonder how to make sense of the whole. But on closer examination, the book discloses its careful design and message.

Raymond Brown helps us explore the main themes of Numbers and appreciate it enduring message to people of faith: God's provision for the basic elements of an ideal life—the need to be loved, free, clean and sure.

About the Author

Raymond Brown was formerly principal of Spurgeon's College in London, England, and he has also served in several pastorates. He is the author of Philosophy of Religion, Why Believe? and several volumes in IVP's Bible Speaks Today series.