God speaks to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai and commands him to take a census of the men of Israel who are able to serve in the army. Leaders from each tribe are appointed to assist with the counting. God is a God of order. This shows that before Israel moved forward, God first taught, organized, and prepared them. He knows His people individually and prepares them for His purposes. Sometimes God leads us into a “wilderness” season, not to abandon us, but to teach us, shape us, and help us hear His voice more clearly.
The Lord spoke to Moses in the Meeting Tent. This was in the desert of Sinai. It was on the first day of the second month of the second year after the Israelites left Egypt. He said to Moses: “Count all the Israelites. List the name of each man with his family and his family group. You and Aaron must count the men of Israel who are 20 years old or older. (These are all the men who are able to serve in the army of Israel.) List them by their divisions. One man from each tribe will help you. This man will be the leader of his tribe. Numbers 1:1-4
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for knowing each of us by name. Help us trust Your plans and walk faithfully in the place You have assigned to us. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Name Lord Jesus Amen.
