Kept By God

This exploration by Tony Fishel on Wednesday, March 25th 2026, of the ancient Aaronic blessing from Numbers 6:24-26 reveals that we serve a God who doesn't just wish us well from a distance, but actively bends down to enrich our lives. These 32 words, spoken over 3,400 years ago, carry the same transformative power today. The Hebrew word 'barak' teaches us that when God blesses, He's not simply offering good wishes—He's positioning Himself to prosper every area of our existence. But the blessing doesn't stop there. God doesn't just bless us and walk away; He 'keeps' us, using the Hebrew word 'shamar,' meaning to guard like a shepherd watches his flock or a guard protects treasure. When we understand that God's face shining upon us represents divine acceptance and unlimited access to His throne, we realize we're living under royal favor. His grace isn't merely unmerited favor—it's supernatural ability working within us to accomplish what we cannot do alone. And the peace He offers? It's shalom—wholeness, completeness, harmony even in life's storms. When we speak this blessing over others, we're not manipulating God; we're aligning ourselves with what He already desires to do. Archaeological evidence shows ancient Israelites carried these words on tiny scrolls as daily reminders of God's favor. Perhaps it's time we reclaim this practice, speaking life over our families, workplaces, and circumstances, transforming our culture one blessing at a time.