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THE SURROGATE JOURNEY: BIRTHING PURPOSE THROUGH OTHERS.  PART 3: THE WEIGHT OF THE WOMB — WHEN CARRYING GETS COMPLICATED Genesis 16:5–6 Then Sarai said to Abram, ‘You are responsible for the wrong I am suffering. I put my servant in your arms, and now that she knows she is pregnant, she despises me.’ Then Sarai mistreated Hagar; so she fled from her.” (NIV) šŸ” Quick Recap: In Part 2 , we met Hagar, the Egyptian servant chosen by Sarai to carry her child. Though not her dream, not her plan, and not her baby—she became the carrier of a promise she didn’t initiate. We learned how sometimes we are called to be the “other woman” in someone else’s destiny story—carrying, serving, interceding, and pushing someone else’s dream forward. šŸ¤° The Blessing that Brought Bitterness Hagar became pregnant. She was carrying the long-awaited seed. She should have been celebrated. But instead… she was mistreated. The one who chose her now chased her. The one who needed her now neglected her. The woman...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 13 FINAL LAP: THE GREAT INVITATION – COME WITH US

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 13 FINAL LAP: THE GREAT INVITATION – COME WITH US Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do to you.” Welcome to part 13 of the final lap of our Series, Hobab: Partnership, Collaboration, and Guide for the Journey. Previously, we learned that the Gospel must be lived, not just spoken. Moses' life validated his invitation to Hobab—just as our lives should reflect the Christ we preach, making it easier for others to believe. In Numbers 10:29, Moses said to Hobab, "Co...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 12: THE GOSPEL IN ACTION – WALKING THE TALK

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 12: THE GOSPEL IN ACTION – WALKING THE TALK Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do to you.” RECAP OF PART 11: Echoes of the Gospel – Inviting Others Into the Journey Last time, we explored how Moses’ invitation to Hobab mirrors the Gospel call. We were challenged to be intentional about inviting others into the blessings of God's kingdom, not just through words, but through our journey of faith. The Gospel isn't just about what we say—it’s about how we live. Mos...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 11: ECHOES OF THE GOSPEL – INVITING OTHERS INTO THE JOURNEY

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 11: ECHOES OF THE GOSPEL – INVITING OTHERS INTO THE JOURNEY Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do to you.” RECAP OF PART 10: The Blessing of Shared Destinies In Part 10, we saw how Moses extended an invitation of shared destiny to Hobab. It wasn't just a call to help—it was a call to inherit. We were reminded to not walk alone but to invite others to partake in God’s blessings through meaningful kingdom relationships. Moses’ words to Hobab carry a divine echo of th...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 10: THE BLESSING OF SHARED DESTINIES

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 10: THE BLESSING OF SHARED DESTINIES Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do to you.” RECAP OF PART 9: Honor the Compass in Others Previously, we reflected on the significance of mutual benefits in kingdom partnerships. Just as Moses offered Hobab a share in God’s goodness, we are reminded that true partnerships in Christ are not transactional but transformational. There’s a powerful truth hidden in Moses’ words to Hobab: “If you come with us, we will share with you what...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 9: HONOR THE COMPASS IN OTHERS

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 9: HONOR THE COMPASS IN OTHERS Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do to you.” RECAP OF PART 8: Navigating Declined Help—When Hobab Says No We explored Navigating Declined Help—how Hobab initially said no, and how Moses handled that rejection with perseverance and grace. We learned that “ no ” doesn’t always mean never, and that God can still move, even when others walk away. In Numbers 10:31, Moses speaks with deep respect and conviction: “ You know where we should cam...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 8: NAVIGATING DECLINED HELP—WHEN HOBAB SAYS NO

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 8: NAVIGATING DECLINED HELP—WHEN HOBAB SAYS NO Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do  to you.” RECAP OF PART 7: Shared Blessings, Shared Journey We discussed the importance of Shared Blessings, Shared Journey. Moses made it clear that anyone who walks with you in faith and labor should also share in your reward. We were reminded that generosity and gratitude are part of God’s divine design for kingdom relationships. Despite Moses’ passionate invitation, Hobab initi...
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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 7: SHARED BLESSINGS, SHARED JOURNEY

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HOBAB: PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION, AND GUIDE FOR THE JOURNEY PART 7: SHARED BLESSINGS, SHARED JOURNEY Numbers 10:29-32 Moses said to Hobab, the son of Reuel the Midianite, his father-in-law, “We are journeying to the place the Lord promised to give us. Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel.” But Hobab replied, “I will not go, but return to my own land and family.” Then Moses said, “Please do not leave us. You know how we are to camp in the wilderness, and you can be our eyes. And if you go with us, whatever good the Lord does to us, we will do to you.” RECAP OF PART 6:Recognizing the Compass in Others We explored the importance of Recognizing the Compass in Others. Hobab’s insight was more than optional—it was essential. Moses saw in him a guide, a seer for the journey. We learned that divine help sometimes comes in human form, and we must learn to honor it. Moses didn’t just invite Hobab to guide—they were to share in the blessings to...
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