Who Speaks for God? Mutinies Against Moses (Numbers 12, 16-17)

Petty grumblings in the wilderness lead to mutiny against God's chosen leader: Moses. In this session, we consider three stories of rebellion against Moses that spreads from Miriam and Aaron, to Korah and the Levites, and finally to the whole congregation. In all the mutinies, Moses remains humble, and God maintains his choice of Moses. From the stories, we reflect on lessons in leadership, including the need for order and structure, and the gift that leadership is for a faith community. Roles, responsibilities, and positions of authority are not necessarily oppressive. When practiced rightly, leadership becomes a great gift for the whole community of God.

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