Do you remember the story of the talking donkey in the Old Testament, found in Numbers 22:21-39. It wasn’t just a cute little animal story about a talking donkey; it was something that God used to help a stubborn prophet: Balaam and is lesson for us for today.

Imagine you’re Balaam, a prophet of God, on a journey with your donkey. You’re headed somewhere, and you’re convinced that what you’re doing is right. But suddenly, your donkey stops in its tracks and refuses to move forward. Frustrated, you strike the donkey to get it moving again. But then something remarkable happens – the donkey speaks to you, asking why you’re treating it so harshly.

Now, let’s pause for a moment and consider the significance of this event. God allowed a donkey to speak to Balaam to prevent him from making a disastrous mistake. Balaam was being stubborn and prideful, intent on going where he shouldn’t be going. But God used this miraculous intervention to get his attention and redirect him.

So, what can we learn from this story? First, it reminds us that God can use anyone or anything to accomplish His purposes – even a donkey. Sometimes, God may use unexpected or unconventional means to speak to us and guide us in the right direction.

Second, it highlights the importance of listening to God’s voice and obeying His commands. Balaam was determined to do his own will, but God intervened to steer him back on the right path. Similarly, we must be willing to listen to God’s guidance and follow His leading, even when it contradicts our own desires or plans.

Finally, this story teaches us about the dangers of pride and stubbornness. Balaam’s pride led him to ignore God’s warnings and pursue his own agenda. But in the end, it was his humility and obedience that saved him from disaster.

As we reflect on the story of the talking donkey, let’s consider how we can apply its lessons to our own lives. Are we listening for God’s voice and following His guidance? Are we willing to humble ourselves and submit to His will, even when it goes against our own desires? Let’s make it a priority to seek God’s direction in all that we do, trusting that He will lead us in the way we should go.