1. Women's rights (1-11)

In a time when women had no legal rights to inherit property, the five daughters of Zelophehad brought their case to Moses. When Moses prayed about it, the Lord taught him the importance of respecting the rights of women. He established inheritance laws that helped build a just society. Moses was a prayerful and humble shepherd for God's people. He prayed about every problem.

2. God appoints a shepherd for his people (12-23)

Once, in the desert Moses lost his temper and failed to honor God as the holy God (Nu 20:7-12). So, although God permitted him to see the promised land, he couldn't enter it. Moses prayed that God would raise up a shepherd to take his place, for people who have no shepherd lose direction and become the prey of evils within and without. God appointed Joshua and instructed Moses to establish him as the leader and shepherd of God's people.

Application: Lord, in these days of 'my own man' mentality, people are lost. Raise up shepherds who can lead your people to the Good Shepherd.
One Word: People need good shepherds