What can we learn about God's faithfulness from Numbers 26:36? “And these were the descendants of Shuthelah: from Eran, the clan of the Eranites.” What a single verse shows about God’s faithfulness • Even a brief genealogical note is preserved by the Spirit, underscoring that every family line matters to God. • The line of Ephraim—promised blessing in Genesis 48:19—still exists after forty years in the wilderness, proving God keeps covenant. • A new generation is being counted for the land (Numbers 26:53–54); the record of Eran’s clan guarantees they will inherit exactly what God swore to give. Faithfulness in preserving every name • God does not lose track of a single household (Psalm 147:4). • Each clan receives a distinct identity; no one is absorbed or forgotten. • This mirrors Jesus’ promise that not one of His sheep will be snatched from His hand (John 10:28). Faithfulness to covenant promises • Genesis 12:2–3—Abraham’s seed will become a great nation. The census confirms it. • Genesis 48:14–20—Jacob placed his right hand on Ephraim, foretelling fruitfulness. The Eranites prove that blessing is still unfolding. • Numbers 1:32–33 compared with 26:37—although Ephraim’s numbers dropped from 40,500 to 32,500, the tribe lives on; decline does not negate destiny. Faithfulness through wilderness trials • Forty years of desert wandering, rebellion, and judgment (Numbers 14) did not erase God’s plan. • The clan survived plagues (Numbers 25), serpents (Numbers 21), and wars (Numbers 21:21-35). • Their survival illustrates Lamentations 3:22—“Because of the LORD’s loving devotion we are not consumed.” Living lessons for today • God notices and records the “ordinary” details of your life; you are not overlooked. • His promises span generations; what He began with your predecessors He will finish with you (Philippians 1:6). • Apparent decrease or delay does not cancel divine intention; trust His timetable. Takeaway A single census entry—“the Eranite clan”—quietly shouts that God keeps track, keeps covenant, and keeps His people, unchanged by time or circumstance. |
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