In Numbers 13, the Israelites are struggling with their journey to their new land. Although God provides food, water, and guidance, conditions in the desert are unpleasant, and the inhabitants of the land to be conquered appear intimidating. The Israelites face strong temptations to return to Egypt. In Numbers 14:4 (KJV), the people say,
Let us make a captain, and let us return into Egypt.
In the Old Testament, Egypt represents the literal place from which the Israelites left. But it also represents our former lives before following God. The journey can be difficult, and we are often tempted to "return to Egypt." But let us pray for strength to press forward. As Jesus says in Revelation 3:5 (KJV),
He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life.
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