The Way of Balaam — The Bible's Warning About False Teachers

📖 What is the "way of Balaam" and why does the Bible warn about it in both the Old and New Testaments? This powerful study through Numbers 22 reveals a timeless warning every believer needs to hear. In this verse-by-verse Bible study, the story of Balaam and Balak unfolds as King Balak of Moab desperately seeks to curse Israel through the enchanter Balaam. But God declares Israel blessed and cannot be cursed. The teaching traces Israel's 39-year wilderness journey into the plains of Moab, Balak's fear of Israel's millions, and Balaam's repeated attempts to curse God's people for wealth. Cross-references to 2 Peter 2 and Revelation 2:14-15 reveal how the New Testament uses Balaam as the ultimate example of false teaching. Numbers 25 shows how Balaam's counsel ultimately led Israel into immorality and idolatry at Shittim. 🔑 Key Topics Covered: • What is the "way of Balaam" in 2 Peter 2:15? • The doctrine of Balaam explained — Revelation 2:14-15 • Numbers 22 — Balak sends for Balaam to curse Israel • Why God told Balaam "they are blessed" — Numbers 22:12 • How Balaam's counsel led Israel into sin — Numbers 31:16 • Israel falls into immorality at Shittim — Numbers 25:1-3 • False teachers in the last days — 2 Peter Chapter 2 • The size of Israel's camp: millions in the wilderness ✝️ Bible study on Balaam and Balak, Numbers 22 explained, the way of Balaam 2 Peter 2:15, doctrine of Balaam Revelation 2:14, false teachers in the Bible, Numbers 23 Mount Pisgah, Numbers 25 Shittim, Numbers 31:16 Balaam's counsel, verse by verse Old Testament study. Les Feldick Bible Study brings you verse-by-verse Bible teaching that makes the scriptures come alive. Whether you're a new believer or have studied the Bible for decades, these teachings will deepen your understanding of God's Word. Les Feldick has a unique gift for explaining complex biblical concepts in a way that anyone can understand, using scripture to interpret scripture. 📖 Visit our website: www.lesfeldickbiblestudy.com If this study blessed you, please LIKE the video and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear this teaching. Your likes and shares help others find these Bible studies. 00:00 — The Story of Balaam: A Warning About False Teachers 00:13 — Welcome and Program Introduction 00:56 — Ministry Resources and How to Order 01:51 — Upcoming Prophecy Studies Preview 02:47 — Setting the Scene: Numbers Chapter 22 and the Map 03:49 — Israel's 39-Year Journey Through the Wilderness 04:52 — Balak, King of Moab, Fears Israel's Multitude 05:43 — Balaam the Enchanter: A Picture of False Teachers Today 07:12 — Numbers 22:1-3 — Israel Camps in the Plains of Moab 09:29 — Numbers 22:4-11 — Balak Sends for Balaam to Curse Israel 11:21 — Numbers 22:12 — God Tells Balaam: "They Are Blessed" 12:35 — Numbers 23:13-14 — Balak Tries Again from Mount Pisgah 14:30 — The Staggering Size of Israel: Millions in the Wilderness 16:21 — 2 Peter 2:13-14 — New Testament Warning About False Teachers 18:20 — 2 Peter 2:15-17 — "The Way of Balaam" and Wells Without Water 20:30 — Revelation 2:14-15 — The Doctrine of Balaam Revealed 21:26 — Numbers 31:16 — Balaam's Counsel Leads Israel into Sin 23:00 — Numbers 25:1-3 — Israel Falls into Immorality at Shittim 24:30 — The Three Names: Way, Error, and Doctrine of Balaam 26:00 — The Lesson: True vs. False Teachers 27:15 — Closing: Ministry Contact Information and Resources