The Lord opened Balaam's eye, and he saw the Angel of the Lord standing in the way.
Numbers 22:31
Under it. Over it Around it. Through it. Nothing will stop from doing it." I often hear people express this kind of attitude when they get an idea or see an opportunity that seems good or profitable. They devote all of their resources getting it done.
As evidence that this way of thinking may flawed, I call as my witness a donkey a donkey belonging to a man named Balaam.
Balaam was offered a profitable assignment from neighboring king and he inquired of God for permission to accept it (Num.22). When God said no, the king representatives made better offer Thinking God might change His mind Balaam asked again. God granted permission for Balaam to go with them but with strict conditions. God knew Balaam's heart and was not pleased with him, so He placed His Angel in the way. Balaam couldn't see the Angel but his donkey could. When the donkey refuse to continue, Balaam became angry with the animal for blocking his progress.
Balaam's story teaches us that not every obstacle is meant to be overcome. Some are place by God to keep us from doing something foolish.When our plans are hindered, we shouldn't assume that it's Satan trying to stop us. It. Might be God trying to us. It might be God trying to protect us
Let Your wisdom guide me ever, for I dared not trust my own;
Lead me, in tender mercy,Leave me not to walk alone.
God is always protecting us even when we don't realize we need it.
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