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earth and put on a tree, which was a symbol of a curse (Galatians 3:13). The serpent lifted up and cursed
symbolized Jesus, who takes away sin from everyone who would look to Him in faith, just like the
Israelites had to look to the upraised symbol in the wilderness. Paul is reminding the Galatians that Jesus
became a curse for us, although He was blameless and sinless—the spotless Lamb of God. “God made
him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God” (2
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Corinthians 5:21).

What Happened When israel Was in the Wilderness?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0vCwEkerRQ

Let’s Practice…

1. How long was the wilderness wandering?

2. How many people do Bible scholars believe left Egypt and took part in the wandering?

3. Why did the people not enter the land when they arrived the first time?

4. How did God use the time in the wilderness to prepare His people?

5. How does the wilderness generation give a foundation for Christians as we live by faith seeking the
New Jerusalem promised by God?

6. When does the wandering come to an end?

7. What is the traditional route of the exodus through Sinai?

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