Alright, let’s talk about this number 23, the one they say is in the Bible. I ain’t no preacher or nothin’, just a plain old woman, but I heard folks sayin’ it’s a special number, so I figured I’d poke around and see what’s what.
Now, some smarty-pants people, they call it “biblical numerology.” Sounds fancy, don’t it? But all it means is they look at numbers in the Bible and try to figure out what God was tryin’ to say with ’em. And 23, well, it pops up more than you’d think.
What’s the Big Deal with 23?
First off, they say 23 means God’s got things covered. Like, He’s in control, He’s got a plan, and it’s gonna happen, no matter what. It’s like He’s sayin’, “Don’t you worry none, I got this.” That’s what I heard them preacher folks talking about, anyways.
And it ain’t just about God bein’ in charge. It’s also about Him bein’ powerful. You know, like He can do anything He sets His mind to. 23 is like a reminder of that power. Like, if God’s on your side, nothin’ can stand against you. That’s what my grandma used to say, God rest her soul.
Then there’s this thing about things gettin’ finished. Like, when God starts somethin’, He finishes it. He don’t leave loose ends. 23 is supposed to be a sign of that, too. That things are comin’ to a head, that what God promised is gonna come true. It gives you hope, you know?
Where Do You Find This 23 in the Bible?
Okay, so where do you see this number 23 in the Good Book? Well, it ain’t always spelled out clear as day, but them smarty-pants folks, they find it in all sorts of places.
- One place they talk about is in the story of Balaam. Now, Balaam, he was a fella who was supposed to curse the Israelites, but God wouldn’t let him. And in one part of the story, Balaam tells this King Balak to build 7 altars and sacrifice 7 bulls and 7 rams. See, 7 plus 7 plus 7, that’s 21, and then you add Balaam and Balak, you get 23. They say that’s God showin’ His power and messin’ with Balak’s plans.
- And then there’s the 23rd Psalm. You know the one, “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” That’s a good one. It talks about God takin’ care of you, protectin’ you, leadin’ you. Some folks say that whole psalm is like a picture of what 23 means. Comfort and protection, that’s what it means to me.
There are other places too, little bits and pieces here and there. Like, sometimes they count up verses or chapters, or they look at the way words are used. It’s a whole lot of figurin’, but the point is, they see 23 pop up in important spots, and they think it’s God tryin’ to tell us somethin’.
Angels and Creativity? What’s That About?
Now, I heard some other folks, not just the churchy kind, talkin’ about 23 too. They say it’s got somethin’ to do with angels and bein’ creative. Like, when you see 23, it’s a sign to let your ideas flow, to express yourself. They say it’s important for feelin’ good and bein’ happy. Well, I ain’t no artist or nothin’, but I guess it makes sense. Bein’ creative, that’s kinda like how God made the whole world, ain’t it? Just makin’ stuff outta nothin’. That’s pretty powerful if you ask me.
So What Does It All Mean?
So, what’s the bottom line on this number 23? Well, like I said, I ain’t no expert. But from what I can gather, it seems like 23 is a reminder of a few things:
- God’s in charge, and He’s got a plan.
- God’s powerful, and He can do anything.
- God finishes what He starts, and His promises are true.
- Maybe it also means we should be creative and express ourselves, just like God does when he creates.
It’s like a little nudge from Heaven, sayin’, “Don’t forget who I am, and don’t forget what I can do.” And that’s somethin’ worth rememberin’, no matter how you look at it. So, next time you see that number 23 pop up, maybe you’ll think twice about it. Maybe you’ll remember that God’s got you, and He ain’t gonna let you down. That’s what I try to do anyways.
That’s all I know about this number 23 business. Hope it makes some sense to you. And if it don’t, well, don’t worry too much about it. Just keep on livin’ and trustin’ in the Lord. That’s the best advice I can give ya.
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