7Then Balaam spoke his messag...

7Then Balaam spoke his message: "Balak brought me from Aram, the king of Moab from the eastern mountains. ‘Come,’ he said, ‘curse Jacob for me; come, denounce Israel.’

8How can I curse those whom God has not cursed? How can I denounce those whom the Lord has not denounced?

- P85

Balak takes Balaam to a high place and offers sacrifices as Balaam demands.
Balaam, instructed by God, pronounces a blessing upon Israel instead ofcursing them.  - P85

Balak protests and reminds Balaam that he was hired to curseIsrael, but Balaam insists he can only speak what God commands.
- P85

Balak takes Balaam to a high place to see Israel’s vast camp, emphasizing the threat they pose to him. Balaam instructs Balak to build seven altars and offer sacrifices. Balaam warns, however, that he will not speak on his own; he must wait for God’s word. This highlights an essential truth: before acting, we must pause and listen to God. - P86

Too often, fear or urgency pushes us to rush to make decisions without seeking His guidance. Balaam, though greedy for gain, understands that encountering God requires intentionality. How much more should we? Are we creating space for God to speak into our lives, or are we allowing the noise of our circumstances to dictate our actions? - P86

God promises to direct us when we are humble enough to listen to Him (see Ps. 25:9). - P86

To Balak’s dismay, Balaam’s words are not curses but blessings for Israel. Balaam declares that he cannot curse those whom God has chosen to bless. - P86

God’s will is unchangeable, and His promises stand firm. Despite Balak’s repeated attempts to manipulate Balaam into reversing God’s blessing, Balaam ultimately recognizes that he must only declare what God commands. - P86

This passage reminds us that God’s blessings are irrevocable. No external force can overturn what God has decreed for His people. - P86

As followers of Christ, we are called to stand firm in obedience to God, speaking His truth even when it is inconvenient or goes against the expectations of others. - P86

God’s faithfulness ensures that His purposes will always prevail. - P86

Heavenly Father, I thank you for Your unwavering faithfulness. - P87

Your blessings cannot be reversed, and Your promises endure forever. - P87

Help me to stand firm in obedience to Your will, trusting in Your protection and provision. - P87

Strengthen me to speak Your truth boldly, regardless of opposition. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P87

˝불 시험이 오면 일어나 대처하십시오. 만일 그 불 ...

"불 시험이 오면 일어나 대처하십시오. 만일 그 불 시험이 당신의 죽을 육체를 통해 그리스도의 생명을 드러낼 기회가 된다면 아무리 아픈 고통이라도 인내하십시오." 챔버스는 시련이 올 때 일어나 대처하라고 합니다. 그 대처는 안내입니다.  - P159

인내하는 성도일수록 하나님을 위한 삶의 소리가 곱습니다. 우리 인생을 통해 하나님의 아들을 드러내기 위해서 인내해야 합니다.
한줄노트 하나님은 우리에게 시련을 면제해 주시는 것이 아니라, 그 시련 속에서 인내를 통해 예수그리스도를 드러내고자 하십니다. - P159

1 Peter 4:12 NLT
[12] Dear friends, don’t be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through, as if something strange were happening to you.

- P159

Revelation 3:10 NLT
[10] "Because you have obeyed my command to persevere, I will protect you from the great time of testing that will come upon the whole world to test those who belong to this world.
- P159

오히려 영적으로 담대하게 모든 것을 마주할 수 있도록 준비해야 합니다. "인생의 유일한 목표는 그 인생을 통해 하나님의 아들이 드러나는 것이요 하나님께 명령하려는 마음은 사라지는 것입니다."  - P159

주님은 공생애 기간 동안 하나님께 명령하지 않으셨습니다. 가장 어렵고 힘든 시간에도 하나님의 뜻을 묻기 위해 땀방울이 핏방울이 되도록 기도하셨습니다.  - P159

그리스도인이 부름 받은 이유는 하나님께명령하기 위해서가 아니라 순종하기 위해서입니다. 하나님께 순복할 때, 우리가하는 일을 통해 하나님이 원하시는 것이 이루어집니다.  - P159

그리고 우리를 통해 다른 사람들을 먹이고 양육하십니다. 그러나 시련이 올때 대항하는 습관을 갖도록 하십시오. 하나님께서 능히 이길 수 있는 힘을 주실것입니다.
한줄노트 시련의 이유를 분명히 알면 대항하는 능력이 생깁니다. - P159

2 Peter 1:4 NLT
[4] And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires.
- P160

챔버스는 부요함을 누리며 사는 습관을 "하나님께서 우리를 위해 다 준비해 두셨음을 깨닫는 습관이라 표현합니다. 그러나 자기 연민은우리에게서 부요함을 빼앗습니다.  - P160

"자기 연민보다 더 심각한 죄는 없습니다. 자기연민은 하나님 대신 자기 유익을 마음 보좌에 둡니다. 또한 우리의 입을 열어불평을 쏟게 하고 우리 삶을 끝없는 영적 갈증에 빠지게 합니다. 이러한 상태에서는 사랑스러운 모습도, 덕스러운 모습도 없습니다."  - P160

자기 연민에 빠지면 하나님의 풍성함을 잃어버립니다. 하나님께서 우리에게 주시는 풍성함을 믿지 않는데 어떻게 감사하며 살겠습니까? 만일 우리가 감사를 잃어버렸다면 풍성하신 하나님을 고백하고 있지 않다는 증거입니다.  - P160

하나님이 주시는 풍성함을 누릴 수 있는 방법은 하나님을 생각하는 것입니다. 반대로 우리가 자신에게 집중하면 풍성함이 사라지고 자기 연민에 빠지게 됩니다.
- P160

한줄 노트 스스로에게 집중하면 자기 연민에 빠지지만, 하나님께 집중하면 풍성함을 누릴 수 있습니다. - P160

세상 것이 지나가면 비로소 하나님의 위대하심과 은혜와 능력이 우리 안에 나타납니다. 하나님께서 하나님의 은혜로 우리에게 부요함을 ‘넘치게‘
주십니다. 그리스도인의 부요함은 나에게서 멈추는 것이 아니라 흘러넘치는 것‘
입니다.  - P160

하나님의 부요하심이 우리에게 들어올 때, 필연적으로 그 부요함이 흘러다른 사람에게로 옮겨갑니다. 우리가 누리는 이 부요함이 놀라운 이유는 다른 사람에게까지 그 능력이 전염되기 때문입니다. 이것이 신앙의 신비입니다.  - P160

내가 가진 것이 아니라 내게 능력 주시는 자 안에서 모든 것을 할 수 있습니다.
한줄노트 진정한 부요함은 ‘흘러넘쳐‘ 다른 사람에게 선한 영향력을 끼칩니다. - P160

38˝Well, I have come to you n...

38"Well, I have come to you now," Balaam replied. "But I can’t say whatever I please. I must speak only what God puts in my mouth." - P81

31Then the Lord opened Balaam’s eyes, and he saw the angel of the Lord standing in the road with his sword drawn. So he bowed low and fell facedown.

32The angel of the Lord asked him, "Why have you beaten your donkey these three times? I have come here to oppose you because your path is a reckless one before me.

33The donkey saw me and turned away from me these three times. If it had not turned away, I would certainly have killed you by now, but I would have spared it." - P80

When Balaam’s eyes are finally opened, he realizes the danger he was in all along. The angel of the Lord makes it clear: Balaam’s path is reckless, and had it not been for the donkey’s resistance, he would have perished. - P82

But even with such a stern warning, Balaam does not fully surrender. He offers to return home, but his heart is still inclined toward his own desires. - P82

Sometimes, we ignore God’s clear direction and persist in our own plans. Even when He places obstacles in our way, we still hope to twist the circumstances to our advantage. - P82

But in His mercy, God calls us to repentance and gives us opportunities to realign our hearts with His will. - P82

Balak welcomes Balaam with the expectation that he will curse Israel in exchange for riches. His approach is transactional; he believes that Balaam, like other diviners, can be bought. He even prepares sacrifices, hoping to secure Balaam’s cooperation. - P82

This scene illustrates a deeper spiritual reality: the enemy is relentless in his attempts to lure us away from obedience to God. - P82

He plays on our weaknesses, whether they be financial struggles, desire for approval, or fear of loss. - P82

Just as Balaam faced repeated pressure from Balak, we, too, will encounter temptations designed to pull us from God’s path. Yet, God calls us to unwavering commitment. - P82

True obedience requires vigilance and the resolve to follow Him, regardless of what is offered in exchange for turning away. - P82

Lord, open my eyes to recognize the subtle ways the enemy seeks to pull me away from You. - P83

Strengthen my heart to choose obedience over compromise. Let me find my security in You alone, trusting that Your ways are always better than any earthly gain. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P83

육신의 정욕을 가진 우리의 선택과 생명이신 주님의 생...

육신의 정욕을 가진 우리의 선택과 생명이신 주님의 생각이 일치하지 않는 것은 자연스러운 일입니다. 무언가를 선택할 때 하나님의 뜻에 맞는가‘를 기준으로 삼는 연습을 하십시오. 이것이 습관으로 자리 잡을 때, 우리는 올바른 그리스도인의 길을 걸을 수 있습니다.
- P158

한 줄 노트 선택의 순간에서, 쉽고 어렵고‘가 아닌 ‘하나님의 생명이 있는가‘를 기준으로 묵상하며 결단해야 합니다. - P158

우리가 무언가를 선택한 때쉽고 어렵고‘ 가 아니라,
"
하나님의 뜻에 맞는가‘를기준으로 삼는 습관을가져야 합니다.
-김병삼 목사매일만나 365- - P158

우리의 뜻과 하나님의 뜻이 일치하지않을 때, 오히려 하나님의 뜻이 명확하게 드러날 수 있습니다. 이제 우리는 어떤상황 속에서도 하나님의 아들의 생명이 드러나도록 우리의 영혼을 잘 조율해야합니다.  - P158

하나님의 뜻과 나의 뜻이 맞지 않을 때

우리는 단순히 구원받기 위해 주님을 믿는 게 아닙니다. ‘하나님 아들의 생명‘을 우리를 통해 나타내기 위해 믿습니다. "우리가 주님의 생명을 드러내는지의 여부는 ‘역경‘(나의 뜻과 맞지 않는 불쾌한일)을 당해 보면 압니다." - P158

주님의 뜻이 마음에 들지 않는다면 순종하는 데 걸림돌이 됩니다. 그러니 이 또한 역경이라고 할 수 있습니다. 시키시는 일에 모두 순종하였더라도 즐거이 하지 않았다면 불손한 태도입니다.  - P158

하나님과 나의 뜻이 맞지않을 때 자유를 누릴 수 있는 유일한 비결은 ‘주님의 생명‘이 우리 안에 드러나기를 열망하는 것입니다. 의견이 불일치할 때도 "주님, 저는 이 일에서 주님께 순종하는 것이 기쁨입니다"라고 말하는 것입니다. 우리가 이렇게 선포하면 주께서 우리 마음을 주장하십니다. 이때 우리 삶에서 주님을 영화롭게 하는 일들이 드러날것입니다.
- P158

한줄노트 하나님의 뜻과 나의 뜻이 맞지 않을 때, 무엇이 하나님을 기쁘게 하는지 생각해 보아야 합니다. - P158

Ephesians 1:18 NLT
[18] I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. - P159

구원받은우리의 삶에도 늘 어려움과 시련이 닥칩니다. 하나님은 우리에게 시련 없는 인생‘을 주시지 않습니다. 다만 시련과 어려움을 적절하게 극복할 수 있는 능력을주십니다. "내가 하나님을 의지하고 담을 뛰어넘나이다"(시 18:29). 이는 하나님의자녀로 살아갈 때, 세상에서 만날 시련을 면제해 준다는 의미가 아닙니다. 우리가 그것을 넘어서야 한다는 뜻입니다. - P159

챔버스는 시련이 올 때 일어나 대처하라고 합니다. 그 대처는 인내입니다. 인내하는 성도일수록 하나님을 위한 삶의 소리가 곱습니다. 우리 인생을 통해 하나님의 아들을 드러내기 위해서 인내해야 합니다.
- P159

한줄노트 하나님은 우리에게 시련을 면제해 주시는 것이 아니라, 그 시련 속에서 인내를 통해 예수그리스도를 드러내고자 하십니다. - P159

불평하지 말고
어떤 상황이든, 어떤 시련이 오든 불평하지 말아야 합니다.
오히려 영적으로 담대하게 모든 것을 마주할 수 있도록 준비해야 합니다. "인생의 유일한 목표는 그 인생을 통해 하나님의 아들이 드러나는 것이요 하나님께 명령하려는 마음은 사라지는 것입니다."  - P159

그리스도인이 부름 받은 이유는 하나님께명령하기 위해서가 아니라 순종하기 위해서입니다. 하나님께 순복할 때, 우리가하는 일을 통해 하나님이 원하시는 것이 이루어집니다.  - P159

그러나 시련이 올때 대항하는 습관을 갖도록 하십시오. 하나님께서 능히 이길 수 있는 힘을 주실것입니다.
한줄노트 시련의 이유를 분명히 알면 대항하는 능력이 생깁니다. - P159

15Then Balak sent other offic...

15Then Balak sent other officials, more numerous and more distinguished than the first.

16They came to Balaam and said: "This is what Balak son of Zippor says: Do not let anything keep you from coming to me,

- P76

21Balaam got up in the morning, saddled his donkey and went with the Moabite officials.

22But God was very angry when he went, and the angel of the Lord stood in the road to oppose him. Balaam was riding on his donkey, and his two servants were with him.

23When the donkey saw the angel of the Lord standing in the road with a drawn sword in his hand, it turned off the road into a field. Balaam beat it to get it back on the road.

24Then the angel of the Lord stood in a narrow path through the vineyards, with walls on both sides.

- P76

25When the donkey saw the angel of the Lord, it pressed close to the wall, crushing Balaam’s foot against it. So he beat the donkey again.

26Then the angel of the Lord moved on ahead and stood in a narrow place where there was no room to turn, either to the right or to the left.

27When the donkey saw the angel of the Lord, it lay down under Balaam, and he was angry and beat it with his staff.

28Then the Lord opened the donkey’s mouth, and it said to Balaam, "What have I done to you to make you beat me these three times?"

29Balaam answered the donkey, "You have made a fool of me! If only I had a sword in my hand, I would kill you right now."

30The donkey said to Balaam, "Am I not your own donkey, which you have always ridden, to this day? Have I been in the habit of doing this to you?" "No," he said.

- P77

Balak’s persistence in securing Balaam’s help reveals his determination to manipulate spiritual forces for personal gain. - P78

Balaam, though aware of God’s command, entertains the offer once again—perhaps hoping for a different answer or a greater reward. His hesitation exposes a divided heart, one that hears God’s will yet remains enticed by worldly gain. - P78

Like Balaam, we sometimes seek to negotiate with God, hoping for His approval while still pursuing our own desires. But God calls us to wholehearted obedience. - P78

When we allow personal ambitions to influence our decisions, we risk aligning ourselves with the wrong side. - P78

The enemy often presents us with tempting opportunities, but they come at the cost of our faithfulness to God. - P78

Balaam’s journey to Balak is marked by a striking irony: his donkey sees what he cannot. The angel of the Lord stands in his path, yet he remains blind and persistently beats the animal that tries to save his life. - P78

Only when God opens Balaam’s eyes does he recognize his peril. This account illustrates how sin blinds us to God’s warnings. Balaam was so set on pursuing his own way that he failed to see the obvious signs. - P78

Likewise, when we insist on our plans rather than seeking God’s will, we risk becoming spiritually blind and insensitive to His leading. - P78

His mercy sometimes places obstacles in our way to redirect us. - P78

When you realize He is leading you to change course, do not resist Him. - P78

"When we are born again, the eyes of our hearts are enlightened and, through faith,
we begin to see the Treasure: God himself in Christ." - Jon Bloom - P78

Lord, help me recognize when my heart is divided between Your will and my own desires. - P79

Give me the courage to choose obedience over compromise. - P79

May I seek Your approval above all else, trusting that Your plans for me are far better than anything the world can offer. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P79

God opens Balaam‘s eyes to see the angel of the Lord standing in the path witha drawn sword. Balaam offers to turn back. The angel of the Lord permits himto go but commands him to speak only what He says. Balaam meets Balak andinforms him that he can only speak what God puts in his mouth. - P81

Friends, when you are in a hurry, it is likely that you will blame others insteadof noticing your own faults. When we empty a day of all meetings, fasting frombusyness, we will hear God‘s correction more clearly, and be able to more fullyconfess our sins.
- Pastor Sam An - P83