In this episode, God gave Moses the boundaries and borders for the land of Israel.

Forty years after leaving the land of Egypt the Israelites are close to inheriting the promised land.

In the Old Testament, they inherited the promised land by fighting and slaying others. But in the NewTestament, things have changed.

In order to inherit the promised land, God’s people are told to love and do good to others.

In John chapter 13 verse 35, Christ told his disciples, He was giving them a new commandment and that commandments was to love one another as He loved them.

They were even warned against being angry with each other and calling each other names.

Here’s the text:

Matthew 5:21 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment:

Matthew 5:22 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.

In the Old Testament, under the direction of Moses and Joshua the people show no pity or mercy on their enemies.

But in the New Testament, under the direction of Christ and the Holy Spirit, those who show mercy are blessed and receive mercy from God.

Here's the text:

Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Matthew 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.

Matthew 5:7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.


The nation of Israel was created to be a light to other nations. And Christ's disciples are called to be a light to the people around them. As we love each other, we help rescue others out of the kingdom of darkness.

So Paul says, in Romans chapter 12 verses 17 through 21.


Romans 12:17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Romans 12:18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Romans 12:19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Romans 12:20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Romans 12:21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.