In this episode, Pastor Holmes walks through Numbers 20 to share an essential message for spiritual leaders, teachers, and parents alike: the serious trap of taking personal credit for the works and provisions of God.

Drawing from the account of Moses and Aaron at the waters of Meribah, Pastor Holmes examines how frustration and anger can cause even seasoned servant-leaders to substitute human effort for divine obedience. Learn why staying aligned with God's specific directions matters, how to guard your heart against taking criticism personally, and why God deserves all the glory for every blessing in our lives.   



 

Key Takeaways:


God’s Instructions Require Exact Obedience: God instructed Moses to speak to the rock to bring forth water, but in his frustration, Moses struck it twice instead. Partial obedience or doing things out of anger misrepresents God's character to those we lead.


Guard Against Personal Offense: Moses let the complaints of the people get under his skin. Leaders must remember that opposition is often against God's direction rather than the human vessel, requiring patience over reactionary anger.


God’s Grace vs. Leadership Consequences: Even though Moses disobeyed, God still provided water abundantly for the congregation. However, Moses faced personal consequences by losing the privilege of leading Israel into the Promised Land.  


Everyone Is Leading Someone: Whether you are a pastor, a Sunday school teacher, a workplace manager, or a parent, someone is watching your example—lead according to God's direction, not your own volition.

Key Bible Passages:


Numbers 20:1–13 – Moses strikes the rock at Meribah instead of speaking to it, misrepresenting God's holiness.


Exodus 17:1–7 – The earlier account at Rephidim where God specifically commanded Moses to strike the rock.

In this episode, Pastor Holmes walks through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Numbers%2020&amp;version=NIV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiC36rQr8uWAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQRg">Numbers 20</a> to share an essential message for spiritual leaders, teachers, and parents alike: the serious trap of taking personal credit for the works and provisions of God.
Drawing from the account of Moses and Aaron at the waters of Meribah, Pastor Holmes examines how frustration and anger can cause even seasoned servant-leaders to substitute human effort for divine obedience. Learn why staying aligned with God's specific directions matters, how to guard your heart against taking criticism personally, and why God deserves all the glory for every blessing in our lives. &nbsp; 

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Key Takeaways:
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God&rsquo;s Instructions Require Exact Obedience: God instructed Moses to speak to the rock to bring forth water, but in his frustration, Moses struck it twice instead. Partial obedience or doing things out of anger misrepresents God's character to those we lead.
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Guard Against Personal Offense: Moses let the complaints of the people get under his skin. Leaders must remember that opposition is often against God's direction rather than the human vessel, requiring patience over reactionary anger.
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God&rsquo;s Grace vs. Leadership Consequences: Even though Moses disobeyed, God still provided water abundantly for the congregation. However, Moses faced personal consequences by losing the privilege of leading Israel into the Promised Land. &nbsp;
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Everyone Is Leading Someone: Whether you are a pastor, a Sunday school teacher, a workplace manager, or a parent, someone is watching your example&mdash;lead according to God's direction, not your own volition.
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Key Bible Passages:
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Numbers%2020%3A1-13&amp;version=NIV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiC36rQr8uWAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQSw">Numbers 20:1&ndash;13</a> &ndash; Moses strikes the rock at Meribah instead of speaking to it, misrepresenting God's holiness.
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus%2017%3A1-7&amp;version=NIV" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiC36rQr8uWAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQTA">Exodus 17:1&ndash;7</a> &ndash; The earlier account at Rephidim where God specifically commanded Moses to strike the rock.
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