The Brass serpent was a type of Christ our sin-bearer. The wooden pole was a type of the cross. Looking at the brass serpent for deliverance was a type of trusting in Jesus for salvation.
— Robert J. Ampiah-Kwofi (b. 1958), Pastor, Prediger und Buchautor, Gründer der Global Revival Ministries
Related Bible passage: NUM.21.9
Topics: God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit, Grace & Redemption, The Bible & the Word of God
Occasions: For Reflection
All quotes by Robert J. Ampiah-Kwofi (2)
You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.
Augustine of Hippo
Jesus calls us not to a new religion, but to life.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
I would not be able to seek you if you had not already found me.
Augustine of Hippo
When you see a child, you catch God in the act.
Martin Luther
God does not love us because we are lovable, but because his nature is love.
Oswald Chambers
God seeks you more than your offering.
Augustine of Hippo
God has his ear at your heart.
Augustine of Hippo
God is closer to us than we are to ourselves.
Augustine of Hippo