First, Moses wanted to bring glory to God (11-19). The Lord made an offer to Moses. He would destroy the Israelites and start over with Moses' family. He would make an even greater nation out of Moses' descendants. Moses did not accept God's offer. He wanted God to forgive the Israelites and continue to be their God (19). Moses had the right attitude. He was not seeking to glorify his own name. He knew that God's name and honor were at stake. He not only had a shepherd heart for the people, but more so, he loved God and vied for God's honor before the people of the pagan nations. Second, Caleb had a spirit that pleased God (20-25). God had forgiven his people after Moses prayed for them. But God is very serious about the consequences of their sin. None of that generation would enter the land, except Caleb and Joshua. Caleb had a different spirit than the rest. He demonstrated that he was a man of faith and obedience, seeking to follow the Lord wholeheartedly, as did Joshua (32:12) He also lived for the glory of God.
Application: Lord, fill me with a strong desire to glorify your name and obey you with my whole heart.
One Word: Glorify God and follow him