Discover the book of numbers bible with Dr. Cory Driver as he reveals why this fourth book of the Pentateuch is better understood by its Hebrew title “In the Wilderness.” Learn how Numbers tells the story of God and the Israelites learning to live together in the in-between places—after the exodus from Egypt but before entering the promised land. This book of numbers bible study explores the profound meaning of biblical censuses as “lifting up heads” rather than dehumanizing counts, and examines how leadership is shared and tested through figures like Moses, Miriam, Aaron, Zelophehad’s daughters, and the rebellious Korah.
Join hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Jennifer Wojciechowski from Luther Seminary as they discuss powerful stories including Balaam’s seeing donkey, Miriam’s defense of Moses’s wife, and the tragic tale of the Baal of Peor. Dr. Driver frames the book of numbers bible as a leadership manual for navigating wilderness seasons—those uncertain times when communities must figure out how to live faithfully together. Whether you’re new to scripture or a seasoned Bible student, this conversation offers fresh insights into an often-overlooked book that speaks powerfully to our own wilderness experiences.
