For October 6, 2026
The Rise Of Israel: Balaam II by Greg Holmes, D.MIN – Director of Missions serving 17 churches
~ Bad News for Balak ~
BALAAM THE PROPHET arrives in Moab, and king Balak “took Balaam up to Bamoth Baal, and from there he could see the outskirts of the Israelite camp.” (Num. 22:41) The scope of the issue is clear to Balaam; from the high point, he can see how large the Israelite forces are that are gathering for war. He tells Balak to “Build me seven altars here, and prepare seven bulls and seven rams for me.” (Num. 23:1) He tells the king “Stay here beside your offering while I go aside. Perhaps the Lord will come to meet with me. Whatever he reveals to me I will tell you.” (Num. 23:3)