Number 12-14

“We came to the land to which you sent us. It flows with milk and honey, and this is its fruit. However, the people who dwell in the land are strong …” (13:27-28). Moses wanted the spies to report the truth: what was the land like, its people, its cities, its trees and agriculture (13:18-20)? What were the opportunities and the challenges? All the spies saw the rich land, strong cities and fierce warriors, but only Joshua and Caleb saw this reality through eyes of faith.

“The LORD is with us; do not fear them” (14:9). Faith doesn’t mean denying reality, but rather facing it with our eyes on Jesus, knowing He is powerful and on our side.