In the book of Numbers God told Moses how to ask Him to place His divine favor upon others. Giving a blessing included five parts, as shown in the scripture below. A blessing included: favor and protection (bless and keep), be pleased (make his face shine upon you), merciful and compassionate (be gracious), give His approval (turn his face toward him), and give peace. God taught Moses how to ask for a blessing upon others.
"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace." (Numbers 6:24-26 NIV).
Giving a blessing upon others helps the one receiving it but also demonstrates love, encouragement, and is a model of caring for others. Moses taught Aaron and his sons the blessing they were to ask for the Israelites as their priests.
Lord God, I ask a blessing upon all who read this blog. May they be encouraged, loved and cared for this day and beyond. Give us all a heart of a blessing. Make us kind in all situations and help us love others as You have commanded. Bless us with Your wisdom through Jesus Christ. We pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.
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