This is where the old testament really comes in. We read all about Israel's history and what they did and this is where we really need to take heed of the mistakes they did and not repeat them ourselves.
I'm actually able to relate to this really easily. You see, I have the middle sibling syndrome (or whatever it is called). I'm not spoiled like the youngest child nor do I do all the mistakes first like the oldest child. I get to see everything and usually I take it and not repeat the same mistakes.
In the same way, we should do that with Israel's story. They were punished for sinning. There are always consequences for sinning.
And this is my favorite verse that I will never forget: "No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful, He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it." 10:13
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