Num 31:50-53 | MHM | STEP | v. 50 : Because God had kept them safe, the officers brought an offering from the spoils of war to the Lord ( v. 50 ). They gave from what each man had gained, and it was given honestly. This teaches us to give back to God from what He has blessed us with (1 Corinthians 16:2 ). The offering was meant to make atonement for their souls, showing they knew they were not perfect, even if they had served God well. They did not come to Moses asking for rewards or praise, but instead wanted to thank God and seek forgiveness for any shortcomings or sins, including those for which Moses had corrected them earlier ( v. 14 ).

‏ Numbers 31:50-53

v. 50: Because God had kept them safe, the officers brought an offering from the spoils of war to the Lord (v. 50 ^a). They gave from what each man had gained, and it was given honestly. This teaches us to give back to God from what He has blessed us with (1 Corinthians 16:2 ^b). The offering was meant to make atonement for their souls, showing they knew they were not perfect, even if they had served God well. They did not come to Moses asking for rewards or praise, but instead wanted to thank God and seek forgiveness for any shortcomings or sins, including those for which Moses had corrected them earlier (v. 14 ^c).

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