Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet: God instructed Israel to use silver trumpets to gather the assembly, unite leadership, signal movement, prepare for war, and celebrate with joy. These trumpet sounds, representing God’s voice and direction, call believers to assemble, move forward, intercede, and rejoice. When faithfully followed, these spiritual signals lead to unity, progress, and victory, and remain vital for the church and every believer’s journey today.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
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Scriptures used in this lesson:
Exodus 19:10-17, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Exodus 19:18-20, Exodus 10:18-19, Numbers 10:1-2, Hebrews 10:25, Numbers 10:3-6, Numbers 10:9, 2 Chronicles 13:13-18, Numbers 10:7-10, Nehemiah 8:10, Revelation 1:10
Turn with me to the book of Exodus, chapter 19. That’s where we’ll begin today. Over the last couple of weeks, we’ve discussed some powerful moments—first, the Passover, then the cloud. Each of these is important because when we come to the book of Numbers, we see how they fit together. After the Passover, after the cloud, and after the trumpet sounds, the nation begins to move.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Introduction: Journey and Movement
But here’s what strikes me—they move from the wilderness of Sinai to the wilderness of Paran. From one wilderness to another. On the surface, that sounds discouraging. It feels like nothing has changed. But the truth is, they did move. And that movement mattered. God was leading them forward, step by step.
That’s what I want you to see: movement is progress, even if it doesn’t look like the Promised Land yet. There’s a message in that for us today. In your life, in your wilderness, you may not yet see the full promise. But if God is moving you, you can trust there’s purpose in it.
So as we look at these verses, remember—the cloud moves, the trumpet sounds, and the people follow. And I believe God is about to move some of us, too. The question is: are you ready in your own wilderness to take that next step?
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Exodus 19:10-17
10 And the LORD said unto Moses, Go unto the people, and sanctify them to day and to morrow, and let them wash their clothes,
11 And be ready against the third day: for the third day the LORD will come down in the sight of all the people upon mount Sinai.
12 And thou shalt set bounds unto the people round about, saying, Take heed to yourselves, that ye go not up into the mount, or touch the border of it: whosoever toucheth the mount shall be surely put to death:
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13 There shall not an hand touch it, but he shall surely be stoned, or shot through; whether it be beast or man, it shall not live: when the trumpet soundeth long, they shall come up to the mount.
16 And it came to pass on the third day in the morning, that there were thunders and lightnings, and a thick cloud upon the mount, and the voice of the trumpet exceeding loud; so that all the people that was in the camp trembled.
17 And Moses brought forth the people out of the camp to meet with God; and they stood at the nether part of the mount.
In Exodus 19, the nation of Israel has already been delivered from Egypt. They have passed through the wilderness of Sin and now come to the wilderness of Sinai, where they camp at Mount Sinai. In the next chapter, they will receive the Ten Commandments, but here in chapter 19, something important happens.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Preparing to Meet God at Sinai
God speaks to Moses and tells him to sanctify the people. They are to wash their clothes and prepare themselves to meet the Lord on the third day. The point is clear—before standing before God, the people of God needed to get clean. Not just outwardly, but inwardly, through repentance and humility. I’m not talking about someone coming to the Lord to receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. I’m talking about us.
Sanctification and Boundaries
God also commands Moses to set bounds around the mountain. No one was to cross those boundaries or touch the mountain itself. Anyone who did, whether man or beast, would be put to death. The holiness of God was not to be taken lightly.
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The Sounding of the Trumpet
The sign that called the people to the mountain was the sound of a long, trumpet blast. The trumpet would announce God’s presence and signal the people to draw near in the way He commanded. That trumpet sound carried great importance.
The lesson highlights that this was the final instruction before Israel departed from Mount Sinai. Before they continued their journey, they had to hear and understand the trumpet. In the same way, we need to recognize what the trumpet represents in our lives, hear its call, and respond as God directs.
The Power and Voice of the Trumpet
Today, we are focusing on the trumpets. Exodus 19:16 describes the scene on the third morning when thunder, lightning, and a thick cloud appeared on the mountain. There was also the voice of the trumpet—an intense and powerful sound.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
The trumpet has a voice and relates it to a presence, like a person speaking. The sound of the trumpet was so strong that everyone in the camp trembled with fear.
After the trumpet sounded, Moses led the people out of their camp to meet with God at the mountain. The people’s meeting with God was marked by awe and a deep sense of reverence because of the supernatural signs and the commanding sound of the trumpet.
1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
17 Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
First Thessalonians chapter 4, verses 16 to the end, describes a future event. The Lord will descend with a shout, and with the voice of the archangel, the trumpet of God will sound. Those who are alive and remain will be caught up to meet the Lord in the air.
Meeting God: Sinai and Future Promise
The passage says we will be with the Lord forever. It draws a parallel to what happened at Mount Sinai in the book of Exodus. There, the people also met the Lord, but at the mountain.
This connection suggests there is significance in both meetings. The cloud and the mountain featured in last week’s study are present again. The meeting at Sinai and the meeting in the air both involve powerfully encountering God.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Exodus 19:18-20
18 And mount Sinai was altogether on a smoke, because the LORD descended upon it in fire: and the smoke thereof ascended as the smoke of a furnace, and the whole mount quaked greatly.
19 And when the voice of the trumpet sounded long, and waxed louder and louder, Moses spake, and God answered him by a voice.
20 And the LORD came down upon mount Sinai, on the top of the mount: and the LORD called Moses up to the top of the mount; and Moses went up.
Encounter on the Mountain
God’s Presence and Moses’ Call
The people met with God and stood at the lower part of Mount Sinai. The mountain was covered in smoke because the Lord descended upon it with fire. The smoke rose up like it would from a furnace, and the whole mountain shook strongly.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
When the sound of the trumpet grew louder and lasted a long time, Moses spoke, and God answered him with a voice. The Lord came down to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to come up. So Moses went up the mountain to meet with God.
Exodus 20:18-19
And all the people saw the thunderings, and the lightnings, and the noise of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking: and when the people saw it, they removed, and stood afar off.
19 And they said unto Moses, Speak thou with us, and we will hear: but let not God speak with us, lest we die.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
In Exodus 20, God speaks to the people and gives the Ten Commandments after declaring that He is the Lord who brought them out of Egypt. He had previously set boundaries for their protection, and now He lays out His expectations through His commandments.
God’s Commandments, People’s Response
After the commandments are given, verse 18 describes the people witnessing thunder, lightning, and the noise of the trumpet, along with the mountain smoking. The sight and sounds are overwhelming, so the people move away and ask Moses to speak with God for them, fearing they might die if God speaks directly to them.
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Hearing God Directly
The lesson turns to the role of trumpets in scripture. God instructs Moses to make two silver trumpets, which serve two primary purposes: calling the congregation and signaling when it’s time to set out from camp. The underlying principle is that God speaks—not just to Moses, but to everyone. Yet many prefer to have someone else tell them what God says, rather than hear from Him directly.
This reflects a more profound truth. People may resist boundaries and commandments because of the responsibility to obey, especially when it’s clear that God Himself has given the instruction. The sound of God’s trumpet cannot be mistaken, and hearing it calls for a response.
Numbers 10:1-2
1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
2 Make thee two trumpets of silver; of a whole piece shalt thou make them: that thou mayest use them for the calling of the assembly, and for the journeying of the camps.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
The main reason for the sounding of God’s voice and the trumpet is to bring people together in assembly. Numbers 10:2 explains that two silver trumpets were made for calling the congregation and for signaling when it is time to move camp.
The Five Purposes of the Trumpets
1. Assembling Together
The first purpose of the trumpet was to gather everyone as one group. The second purpose was to inform them when to proceed on their journey. Many people miss hearing God’s call because they do not want to listen. Some prefer to hear instructions from others instead of responding directly to God’s call.
God clearly commands His people to assemble themselves together. It is up to each person to choose whether to hear and respond to that call.
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Hebrews 10:25
25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
Hebrews chapter 13 urges believers not to neglect assembling together, especially as the final day draws near. Deep down, everyone knows the importance of gathering, but there are often few who actually come together. Not everyone responded to the trumpet’s call at Mount Sinai either. Many people today fail to respond to God’s call to assemble.
2. Calling Leadership
The second purpose of the trumpet was to signal when it was time for the people to move forward from camp. Some were not eager to hear God’s powerful voice at Sinai. Instead of excitement, many wanted to avoid God’s boundaries and commandments. They preferred to let Moses do the listening and obey only if he spoke.
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People often resist what God asks for, even when they hear His voice clearly. The following discussion centers on the identity of the trumpet. Revelation 1:10 provides insight into who the trumpet really is, following its mention over one hundred times in Scripture.
Revelation 1:10
10 I was in the Spirit on the Lord’s day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet,
John describes in Revelation that he was in the Spirit on the Lord’s Day and heard a loud voice like a trumpet behind him. When he turned, he saw the glorified Christ. This indicates that the voice of the trumpet is actually that of Jesus.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
The voice on Mount Sinai and the voice of the trumpet throughout scripture point to Jesus. The blowing of the trumpet by the priest foreshadows Jesus speaking in our hearts today. Prayer and the ministry help believers hear the trumpet—hear Jesus—within.
In the book of Revelation, the seven trumpets also represent Jesus speaking to the churches. Each trumpet in Revelation is connected to the voice of Christ. Angels, or messengers, are tasked with sounding these trumpets, delivering God’s message to His people.
Every church has its messenger—a trumpet—through which the voice of Jesus is heard. As Jesus’ voice sounds, believers can choose to respond, draw near, and seek His glory, or turn away from His call.
There have been moments in life’s wilderness when the voice of God sounded like a trumpet inside the heart. Many people say they want to hear God’s voice, but when He speaks, He brings boundaries and commandments that may be hard to accept. God’s guidance means being told where to go and where not to go, and this can be uncomfortable.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
It is essential to recognize and understand the voice of the trumpet because one day, on Resurrection Day, that trumpet will sound again. Staying open to God’s voice is important; people should not turn away when they hear it. The trumpets used in the temple and tabernacle were made of silver, a precious metal that represents value and redemption. When the silver trumpets sound, it is something significant to God.
In the first ten verses of Numbers, there are at least five special purposes for the trumpets. The first one is assembling together as God’s people. Gathering with the saints is extremely precious; it is a call that brings deep joy and should be treasured by believers.
The second purpose of the trumpet is to bring leaders together. God calls leadership to unity, and when leaders hear the same call, it creates oneness and strength among them. This unity is very valuable in the life of the church.
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The third purpose is movement. When the trumpet sounded, people knew it was time to move forward. Movement in a church is a sign of growth and new direction, and it is something believers cherish even more than assembling at times.
The fourth purpose is the sound of war. The trumpet signals battle, representing victory over spiritual enemies. Overcoming challenges and defeating the enemy helps believers grow in character and become more like Christ.
The fifth purpose is gladness. The trumpet announces times of celebration, feasts, and new beginnings for God’s people. These moments bring joy and a sense of a fresh start.
People must consider whether they are truly hearing these voices of the trumpet in their hearts. Each of these five sounds—the call to assemble, unity in leadership, movement, victory in battle, and gladness—comes from Jesus and should be deeply treasured by believers.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Numbers 10:1-2
1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
2 Make thee two trumpets of silver; of a whole piece shalt thou make them: that thou mayest use them for the calling of the assembly, and for the journeying of the camps.
Numbers 10:3-6
3 And when they shall blow with them, all the assembly shall assemble themselves to thee at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.
4 And if they blow but with one trumpet, then the princes, which are heads of the thousands of Israel, shall gather themselves unto thee.
5 When ye blow an alarm, then the camps that lie on the east parts shall go forward.
6 When ye blow an alarm the second time, then the camps that lie on the south side shall take their journey: they shall blow an alarm for their journeys.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
In Numbers, God commands the making of two silver trumpets for the calling of the assembly and the journeying of the camp. When the trumpets were blown, all the people would gather at the entrance of the tabernacle. The primary purpose of these trumpets is to bring everyone together. If people do not feel the urge to gather with fellow believers, it means they are not hearing the call of the trumpet in their hearts.
This call to assemble is not optional. It is the voice of Jesus, urging each person to join with others in worship and fellowship. Many claim that church attendance is not necessary, but that belief contradicts the message of the trumpet. The first thing God says with the trumpets is to assemble together as His people.
The second purpose of the trumpet is to bring leaders together. When one trumpet is sounded, it calls the leaders or princes to unite. Leadership should gather with a single sound, creating unity and strength among them. Division often arises when leaders hear different messages. God’s desire is for leadership to be unified in purpose and direction, so they all listen to the same voice and move together as one.
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3. Movement and Progress
The third purpose for the trumpet is movement—it signals God’s people to go forward in their journey. God does not call people to retreat; He always leads them ahead to new purposes and destinations. Verses five and six in Numbers remind us that life is a walk with Jesus, always progressing toward what He has planned.
Movement did not happen all at once for everyone. When the trumpet sounded, only those on the east moved. Then a different sound signaled those in the south to move. Two things had to occur: first, the cloud moved, then the trumpet sounded. Even if God’s presence moved, the people could not move until the trumpet called them. This teaches that following God’s lead requires both His presence and His clear signal.
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Churches and believers must listen for their own trumpet sound. It’s not wrong to move at a different time than others because each group responds to God’s guidance at the right moment. Sometimes, some people may not hear the trumpet and may hesitate to move forward. The important lesson is to wait for God’s direction and respond when He calls, rather than comparing one’s movements with those of others.
Numbers 10:9
9 And if ye go to war in your land against the enemy that oppresseth you, then ye shall blow an alarm with the trumpets; and ye shall be remembered before the LORD your God, and ye shall be saved from your enemies.
4. War and Intercession
The fourth purpose of the trumpet is to signal war against the enemy. When trouble comes, the people are told to blow the trumpets. God promises that if they do, He will remember them and save them from their enemies.
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This teaches two main ideas. First, sounding the trumpet is a call to prayer, asking God for help during spiritual battles. Second, the voice of Jesus leads believers in their intercession. Just as Jesus continually prays for the church, believers become “trumpets” when they pray and call on God in times of need.
It is essential to remember that, during times of war and difficulty, prayer is the most vital response. God hears and answers when believers pray and seek His help, and He responds to the trumpet call of His people.
2 Chronicles 13:13-18
13 But Jeroboam caused an ambushment to come about behind them: so they were before Judah, and the ambushment was behind them.
14 And when Judah looked back, behold, the battle was before and behind: and they cried unto the LORD, and the priests sounded with the trumpets.
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15 Then the men of Judah gave a shout: and as the men of Judah shouted, it came to pass, that God smote Jeroboam and all Israel before Abijah and Judah.
16 And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them into their hand.
17 And Abijah and his people slew them with a great slaughter: so there fell down slain of Israel five hundred thousand chosen men.
18 Thus the children of Israel were brought under at that time, and the children of Judah prevailed, because they relied upon the LORD God of their fathers.
A praying church is vital, especially in times of conflict or spiritual battle. When trouble comes, prayer should be the first response. The example in 2 Chronicles 13 shows this clearly.
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In this chapter, Judah is surrounded by enemies and caught in an ambush. Just as people often feel cornered with no escape, Judah faced trouble on all sides. When they realized their situation, they cried out to the Lord, and the priests blew the trumpets. They combined prayer with the trumpet’s signal.
As the men of Judah shouted, God acted. He struck down Jeroboam and all Israel before Abijah and Judah. Judah won a great victory because they depended on God in prayer. The story teaches that God delivers and brings victory when His people rely on Him and call out in times of need.
When faced with difficult situations or life’s ambushes, it can feel strange or even foolish to cry out to God. Proclaiming God’s greatness—like saying He is the healer in the midst of sickness or the provider during financial trouble—may not seem practical to others.
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However, the Bible teaches an important principle: sounding the trumpet and proclaiming God’s name brings a promise. God will remember those who cry out and will save them from their enemies. Prayer is not about reminding God to act, but about expressing faith and dependence on Him.
There is great power in a praying church. When believers pray, especially in times of difficulty or conflict, God responds and delivers them. Joining together in prayer is essential for victory.
Numbers 10:7-10
7 But when the congregation is to be gathered together, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm.
8 And the sons of Aaron, the priests, shall blow with the trumpets; and they shall be to you for an ordinance for ever throughout your generations.
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9 And if ye go to war in your land against the enemy that oppresseth you, then ye shall blow an alarm with the trumpets; and ye shall be remembered before the LORD your God, and ye shall be saved from your enemies.
10 Also in the day of your gladness, and in your solemn days, and in the beginnings of your months, ye shall blow with the trumpets over your burnt offerings, and over the sacrifices of your peace offerings; that they may be to you for a memorial before your God: I am the LORD your God.
5. Joy, Thanksgiving, and Renewal
The last purpose of the trumpets was to signal joy and thanksgiving. Numbers 10:10 explains that during times of gladness, solemn days, and the beginnings of months, the trumpets were sounded over burnt offerings and peace offerings as a memorial before God. These offerings were about worship, fellowship, and sharing with others.
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During fellowship offerings, a portion was given to God, a portion to the priest, and the remainder was shared with loved ones. These moments were about connecting with God and with one another. The trumpet’s sound marked new beginnings, joyful times, and times for renewal. This renewal helps believers start afresh with God, with leaders, and with friends.
Natural cycles, such as the new moon, reflect the idea of newness and a fresh start. Just as creation has its cycles, spiritual life has seasons of renewal and joy. When believers gather and share what God is doing, it brings excitement and strength. Sounding the trumpets represents a fresh start, cleansing, and an uplifting time for the whole community.
Nehemiah 8:10
10 Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.
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Nehemiah 8:10 encourages believers to rejoice, share food and drink, and send portions to those in need. The verse says, “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” When the trumpets sound and priests minister, the assembled people are uplifted and encouraged to keep going, to fight battles, and to unite.
Hearing joyful people give thanks is like hearing the sound of a trumpet. Their gladness brings strength and encouragement, sparking a sense of newness and a fresh beginning for everyone. These joyful sounds are contagious and bring renewal, much like a new month begins with hope and excitement.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
So, the five reasons for the trumpets: assembling together, bringing leaders in unity, signaling movement, declaring war, and celebrating joy and thanksgiving. Each sound of the trumpet is a call from God to respond with faith, unity, and gratitude.
Only the priests, specifically the sons of Aaron, were responsible for sounding the trumpets. Just no one could do the task; it was a special duty set by God as a permanent ordinance, lasting forever throughout all generations.
Scripture also teaches that believers are called to be a royal priesthood (1 Peter 2:9). God’s ideal is for His people to be priests, ministering at the altar and sounding the trumpet, but not all enter into that calling. The calling to be a priest means serving God faithfully and being responsible for the spiritual signals within the community.
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When Scripture establishes an ordinance “forever,” it indicates its ongoing importance for every age, including the present one. Examples are the Passover and the feast of unleavened bread—both called to continue throughout time. The law concerning strangers also applies forever; when someone joins believers, they are to participate in worship and spiritual practices, regardless of their background. This principle teaches that God’s instructions and traditions should be upheld at all times, in every generation.
The Trumpet as God’s Voice
The Trumpet Still Sounds Today
The sounding of the trumpets is an ordinance that lasts forever. The trumpet represents leadership, movement, war, and rejoicing. It continues to sound, reminding God’s people to assemble together, unite under a single leadership, pray in spiritual battles, and celebrate times of joy and new beginnings.
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The Trumpet is Jesus’ Voice
The trumpet is the voice of the Lord Jesus Christ. Revelation confirms that the trumpet represents Jesus speaking. If people can hear this trumpet in their hearts, they are ready to move forward out of their wilderness. Understanding and responding to the trumpet’s call is necessary for spiritual progress.
Before leaving the wilderness, the final instruction given to God’s people was about the trumpets. Moving forward requires recognizing all the trumpet’s calls: assembling, leadership, gladness and joy, war, and new journeys. Many have heard the trumpet in their hearts, but some choose to ignore or distance themselves from God’s voice. Hearing and responding to the trumpet is vital for growth and spiritual direction.
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Responding to the Trumpet: Call to Action and Prayer
Let’s stand together. My first prayer is that each of us would truly hear the trumpet sounding in our lives. God’s call is clear—to assemble together, to let leadership unite in a single purpose, to move forward into new journeys, to stand firm in times of spiritual battle, and to rejoice with thankful hearts.
I also want to pray for those in our church family who seem distant, who maybe have stood far off and haven’t responded to the trumpet’s call. I ask that God would open their ears and hearts, because none of us can move forward in our walk without hearing that heavenly signal. Even when the cloud lifts, we need to listen to the trumpet before we can take our next step.
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Let’s agree together. God says, “Where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there in the midst.” So we unite in faith, trusting that God hears us and will answer according to His perfect plan. May every one of us hear the trumpet clearly—and choose to respond, move, assemble, fight, and rejoice as He leads.
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
Book Of Numbers 10:1-10 – How to Unleash Victory’s Trumpet
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