Why did God do that?
“While their food was still in their mouths, the wrath of God came against them, and slew the stoutest of them, and struck down the choice men of Israel. In spite of this they still sinned, and did not believe in His wondrous works. Therefore their days He consumed in futility, and their years in fear. When He slew them, then they sought Him; and they returned and sought earnestly for God.”
– Psalm 78:30-34
31 light years away… “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” – John 14:3
[John 17:17] “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.”
100,000 people called! “Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the Lord, and He will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for He will abundantly pardon.” – Isaiah 55:7 KJV
Fortunes were made and lost. “How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! And to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!” – Proverbs 16:16 (KJV)
It shouldn’t be first. “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” – Matthew 6:33 NKJV
[Daniel 1:17] As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom.