Num 14:6-9 | TNotes | STEP | 14:6 Joshua and Caleb joined in the effort to reverse the rebellion and avert God’s wrath; they tore their clothing in a gesture of grief.

b14:7-9►

cRom 8:31►

‏ Numbers 14:6-9

14:6 ^a Joshua and Caleb joined in the effort to reverse the rebellion and avert God’s wrath; they tore their clothing in a gesture of grief.
Summary for Num 14:7-9: 14:7-9 ^b Joshua and Caleb understood that Israel’s lack of courage and their criticism of Moses and Aaron were rebellion against the Lord, and they knew what results this would produce.

• the Lord is with us: This was the source of their confidence (cp. Rom 8:31 ^c).