35. Buds, Blossoms, Almonds: A Big Bump is Encountering a Bigger God!

“And it came to pass, that on the morrow Moses went into the tabernacle of witness; and, behold, the rod of Aaron for the house of Levi was budded, and brought forth buds, and bloomed blossoms, and yielded almonds.” (Numbers 17:8)

I have learned that God is ALL powerful!

While experiencing another huge trial, the Holy Spirit brought back to my remembrance several passages of scripture that collectively demonstrates God’s triumphant power. When Len and I read these passages earlier this year we both were overwhelmed and delighted to learn more about our God’s power.

But first, here’s our most current trial. Another area on Len’s head started leaking cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Yes, this is now the second area! Therefore, another trip to the hospital was necessary. After the neurologist sutured the area, a lumbar drain was inserted in Len's back. The drain’s purpose is to regulate the CSF so that the pressure in Len’s brain does not build up again resulting in severe headaches and another leakage. The drain requires Len to lay flat on his back for a number of days. Doing nothing.

I refuse to digest all of the above information without the covering of God’s word, particularly, Numbers 17:8, printed above and below.

“And it came to pass, that on the morrow Moses went into the tabernacle of witness; and, behold, the rod of Aaron for the house of Levi was budded, and brought forth buds, and bloomed blossoms, and yielded almonds.” (Numbers 17:8)

This verse only tells part of the story. Please read the entire 17th chapter in order to understand what God did and why! After reading this chapter, go to the book of Exodus and read at least this one verse—verse 12.
 
“For they cast down every man his rod, and they became serpents: but Aaron's rod swallowed up their rods.” (Exodus 7:12)
 
With this being the same rod in Numbers as in Exodus, one would ponder, “How could a rod, having been dead for nearly 40 years or longer, produce those things mentioned in Numbers 17:8? Buds? Blossoms? Almonds?” Friends, there is only one answer: God!

This Truth, God’s display of power in Aaron’s rod, strengthened my heart when I read it early this year and now it is still ministering to me. (The Holy Spirit is doing His job!)

Therefore, as we face this huge bump, our hearts can boldly pray, “God we have heard about Your power, about how You brought forth buds on a rod that was at least 40 years old. We know that You are the same yesterday, today and forever. Because You are all powerful, omnipotent, there is nothing that You cannot do. Therefore, we pray for healing in Jesus’ name. Amen!”
 
I stand amazed and satisfied,
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Verna