What Is the Book of Numbers?

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Michael Whitworth

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31 March 2026

Religion & beliefs: general interest (Children's&YA); Educational: Religious studies: Christianity

Series: Kids' Guides to God's Word

The book of Numbers is one of the Bible's most overlooked adventures. But how do you teach it to your kids?

Sandwiched between the law-giving at Sinai and the farewell speeches of Deuteronomy, Numbers is the book many families skip-too many census lists, too much wandering, too filled with rebellions that end badly. The ground swallows people alive. Poisonous snakes invade the camp. An entire generation dies in the desert. And the hero himself, Moses, makes a mistake that costs him everything.

But this difficult, dramatic book turns out to be essential. It's the story of what happens when people who have witnessed incredible miracles still refuse to trust God. It's a forty-year case study in the consequences of unbelief-and in the stubborn faithfulness of a God who doesn't give up on his people. And it's filled with moments that point straight to Jesus: a bronze serpent lifted up to save everyone who looks at it, a prophet who blesses when he's paid to curse, and a new leader named Joshua whose very name means ""The LORD saves.""

What Is the Book of Numbers? makes this challenging book accessible for today's young readers. Written in a warm, conversational style that doesn't skip the hard parts or talk down to kids, this guide walks through all thirty-six chapters of Numbers with:

Engaging illustrations from pop culture-from Up to The Lord of the Rings to The Prince of Egypt-that connect biblical themes to stories kids already know and love Honest engagement with difficult content-handling divine judgment, rebellion, and Moses's own failure in age-appropriate ways that spark real conversations Real-life application-helping kids see how Israel's struggles with fear, complaining, and trusting God's timing speak directly to their own lives

Whether your child is learning to trust God through uncertain times, wrestling with why complaining is such a big deal, or ready to explore the wilderness journey that shaped an entire nation, What Is the Book of Numbers? will show them that God keeps his promises-even when his people don't keep theirs.

Perfect for family reading, church classes, or independent study.

By: Michael Whitworth
Imprint: Start2finish Books
Volume: 4
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 145g
ISBN: 9781971767130
ISBN 10: 1971767131
Series: Kids' Guides to God's Word
Pages: 116
Publication Date: 31 March 2026
Recommended Age: From 13 to 18 years
Audience: Young adult , Preschool (0-5)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael Whitworth is the author of several books and commentaries exploring the depth and wonder of Scripture. A graduate of Freed-Hardeman University, he preaches for the Newport Avenue Church of Christ in Bend, Oregon. When he isn't writing, he finds joy in simple things-reading a good book, capturing landscapes through his camera lens, or guzzling coffee (with a jar of M&Ms close by).

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What Is the Book of Numbers?

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