A Journey of Life in a Wilderness of Death

This 2001 series takes listeners through Israel’s journey in the wilderness as a living parable of our own walk toward the kingdom of God. Just as Israel left Egypt behind and learned to trust in God through trial and testing, so we also are called to walk by faith, to resist the influence of the world, and to prepare ourselves for the promised land. Each class highlights powerful lessons from the wilderness record, reminding us that the same God who guided Israel guides us today in our journey of life amid a wilderness of death.

Class 1 – Walking Towards Zion, Challenged by the Influence of Egypt

The opening class sets the theme by drawing parallels between Israel’s exodus and our own calling out of the world. As Israel struggled with the pull of Egypt, we too are tested by the allure of modern society. This lesson invites us to examine whether we are truly walking toward Zion with steadfast purpose, or allowing distractions to blur our vision of God’s kingdom .

Class 2 – Facing the Danger of Life by Faith

This session reflects on the golden calf and other moments of failure in Israel’s wilderness journey. Despite their outward enthusiasm, their hearts often strayed from God. The class emphasizes the seriousness of sin, the need for humility, and the daily challenge of keeping faith alive amid trials.

Class 3 – Bringing the World into Our Holy Place

Here the focus turns to the danger of letting worldly thinking infiltrate the household of God. Drawing lessons from education, idolatry, and the subtle erosion of barriers, Brother Ron urges believers to guard their homes and ecclesias, keeping God’s Word at the center and resisting compromise with the spirit of the age.

Class 4 – Preparing to Cross into the Promised Land

As Israel stood on the banks of Jordan after forty years of wandering, a new generation was ready to enter. This class explores how their preparation mirrors our own readiness for the kingdom—putting off the old life, embracing unity, and following God’s lead into the inheritance He has promised.

Class 5 – Bitter and Sweet Waters

This devotional session reflects on the waters of Marah and Elim, contrasting bitterness with refreshment. The lesson highlights how God uses life’s trials to teach trust and dependence on Him, while also providing seasons of encouragement and rest along the way .

Class 6 – Christ Our Passover

The series closes by linking Israel’s first steps out of Egypt with our redemption in Christ. Just as the blood of the lamb marked a new beginning for Israel, so the sacrifice of Christ is our assurance of deliverance from sin and death. This exhortation lifts our eyes to the kingdom, urging us to walk faithfully until the journey’s end.

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