Key characters in Numbers

The people whose lives carry the story of Numbers — and the lessons we learn from each.

  1. Character 1

    Moses

    Long-suffering shepherd of Israel.

    Lessons from Moses in Numbers: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

  2. Character 2

    Joshua & Caleb

    Faithful spies who believed God.

    Lessons from Joshua & Caleb in Numbers: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

  3. Character 3

    Balaam

    Pagan prophet used by God.

    Lessons from Balaam in Numbers: what their story teaches us about God's character, our calling, and the gospel.

See how these lives fit the bigger picture in the Numbers overview or explore major themes.