Make Your Promises Count

Numbers 30 1 min read · 1 min listen

Laws about vows and offerings. God takes your word seriously — don't make promises you won't keep.

The Setup

Alright, let's set the scene: It's the wild, wild wilderness days for the Israelites. They've been freed from Egypt, but now they're wandering around trying to figure out how to be a people who live in alignment with God's ways.

Moses, the legendary leader of these people, is tasked with relaying God's instructions on how to live well. We're talking society, worship, and even personal promises — everything's covered.

We're jumping into one of those moments where Moses is breaking down some crucial guidelines about making vows. Spoiler alert: when you make a promise, God expects you to keep it. No playing around.

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Laws about vows and offerings. God takes your word seriously — don't make promises you won't keep. This story is found in Numbers 30. Bible Tea retells it as an immersive audio experience with modern narration so you can listen anywhere.

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Make Your Promises Count

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