In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites faced judgment due to their sin, leading to a plague of venomous snakes. God commanded Moses to create a bronze serpent, instructing the people to gaze upon it for healing. This act symbolizes faith and obedience, demonstrating that salvation comes through looking beyond their circumstances. In the Gospel of John, Jesus refers to this event, indicating that He too must be "lifted up" on the cross. Just as the Israelites were healed through faith in the bronze serpent, believers today find eternal life through Christ's sacrifice, illustrating God's profound provision for both physical and spiritual healing.
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In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites, afflicted by venomous snakes because of their sin, were instructed to look upon the bronze serpent to be healed. This foreshadows Jesus, who speaks of being lifted up in the Gospel of John. Just as the Israelites were saved by faith in looking at the serpent, all those who believe in Jesus can find eternal life through His crucifixion. The correlation between the physical healing from the serpent and the spiritual healing from Christ showcases God's provision for salvation.
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