Numbers 32:23 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But if ye will not do so, behold, ye have sinned against the LORD: and be sure your sin will find you out.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But if you don't do what you promised, then you have sinned against the LORD. And you can be sure that your sin will catch up with you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is warning that if they break their promise to God, their wrongdoing will eventually be exposed and have consequences.

📚 Historical Context

Moses was speaking to the tribes of Reuben and Gad who wanted to settle east of the Jordan River instead of crossing over with the other Israelites. They had promised to help fight for the Promised Land first, but Moses was warning them about the serious consequences of breaking their word to God.

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