Verse of the Day
Author Spotlight
Loading featured author...
Report Issue
See a formatting issue or error?
Let us know →
Balaam rose up in the morning, and saddled his donkey, and went with the princes of Moab.
Verse Takeaways
1
Eagerness Reveals the Heart
Commentators note that Balaam's actions—rising early and quickly preparing for his journey—reveal his inner state. While Abraham once rose early in obedience (Genesis 22:3), scholars suggest Balaam's haste was driven by greed and a desire for the reward offered by Moab. This serves as a reminder that our eagerness for certain activities can expose the true motivations of our hearts.
See 3 Verse Takeaways
Book Overview
Numbers
Author
Audience
Composition
Teaching Highlights
Outline
+ 5 more
See Overview
2
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Balaam rose up in the morning Early, not waiting for the call of the princes, which showed how eager he was to b…
Presbyterian
A second delegation was sent to Balaam. It would be well for us if we were as earnest and constant in pursuing a good work, despite disappointments…
