NewCity Orlando Sermons Numbers 12:1-16 | In the Wilderness
Sep 29, 2025
Rev. Benjamin Kandt delves into Israel's wilderness journey, shedding light on the conflicts among Miriam, Aaron, and Moses. He dissects their envy and xenophobia regarding Moses' marriage to a Cushite, highlighting the deeper issues of identity and leadership roles. Through Moses' meekness and God's decisive intervention, listeners learn about the intimate relationship between God and Moses, leading to themes of forgiveness and reconciliation. This exploration shows how even enemies can find friendship through Christ's teachings.
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Xenophobia, Not Modern Racism
- Benjamin Kandt interprets Miriam and Aaron's complaint as xenophobia rather than modern racism.
- He argues Moses' Cushite wife shows God's multi-ethnic intent for Israel.
Fear Drives Ethnocentrism
- Kandt links fear and crisis to heightened ethnocentrism and xenophobia across history.
- He warns that judging by outward appearance fuels divisive us-versus-them thinking.
Envy Versus Meekness
- Envy underlies Miriam and Aaron's challenge to Moses' unique calling.
- Meekness, Kandt says, is the Biblical antidote to envy because it trusts God's defense.
