It is notable the things that were being said by those who lacked faith in God and possessed a rebellious spirit toward the man of God.
First, they desired a different leader. God had chosen Moses. He put Moses in their lives to lead them out of their slavery. Yet, consistently, we find a people that lacked a loyalty toward Moses and faith in God.
It is telling of individuals that regularly criticize godly leadership. Many times people begin looking for different leadership when their faith in God is lacking. Often times, they need someone or something to blame. The natural thing to do is condemn the leader instead of looking in the mirror.
Second, they desired to return to Egypt. Of all the places to want to go, they wanted to go back the land of their bondage. Again, when there is a lack of faith in God, people want to go back to their "comfort zone." When there is a fear, people turn back.
When God brings a person out of the world, it is important they maintain their confidence in God to see them through. There is a temptation in most to return to the beggarly elements of the world at the first sign of discomfort.
Have faith in God.
Resist the temptation to question everything about the man of God in your life.
Refuse the pull to return to the pit from which you were delivered.
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