Numbers 18-20

What God said to me – You must never allow the complaints of those around you to affect your response.  You must always seek Me and what I would have you to do.  Don’t allow your frustrations to dictate your behavior.  Listen to Me and obey.  It is possible to do the right thing in the wrong way – with the wrong attitude.  Don’t allow others to affect your relationship with Me.  When you are irritated or frustrated, seek Me – turn to Me – ask Me how you should respond.  It’s not easy, but maintaining and unbroken fellowship with Me is worth it.

Numbers 16-17

What God said to me – When you live for Me in the world, there will always be people like Korah who question your relationship with Me and the confidence you have in My word.  You must take a stand no matter how many stand against you – even if it is the whole world.  You must stand firmly on My side and not waver.  People are easily deceived by their smooth arguments and flattery – they say all are holy – they say all are chosen – they say you are no different – they say you are weak – they say you are a fool.  Stand firm.  It’s not their opinion that counts – it’s Mine.  “I AM” in control and one day they will see it and bow.  You remain faithful.  You remain steadfast.  It’s not your responsibility to convince them.  It’s your responsibility to stand strong.

Numbers 14-15

What God said to me – It is so easy for people to forget Me and stray from My ways – even My own people.  It only takes a moment to follow your own heart and your own eyes and to move away from Me.  If you can move away so easily, imagine how easy it is for those who don’t have a heart for Me or for My word.  You must always be diligent.  You must constantly be on guard.  Something can start so innocently – whether a book or  television show or a conversation – and before you know it, you have moved away and you make excuses for your actions.  Discipline yourself to be godly – to remain constant.  Keep My word ever before you – in your sight – in your heart – in your mind.  You must work at it constantly.  It is not easy.