30: Lead with Your Voice

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the story of Moses striking the rock in Numbers 20 and the consequences that followed, including his denial of entry into the Promised Land. They review the narrative leading up to this point, discussing themes of empire versus shalom, the importance of trust, and the lessons learned in the desert. They explore the potential reasons for God's drastic punishment of Moses, dissecting common interpretations and offering alternative perspectives, including the idea of Moses prioritizing the "stick" (empire methods) over voice (Shalom). They examine the parallels between this event and the earlier incident in Exodus 17, emphasizing the significance of Moses' actions and their implications for leadership and demonstrating God's holiness.