After refusing to enter the Promised Land, God leads the Israelites to Kadesh. Once again, there's no water, and they start complaining. God instructs Moses to speak to the rock. He's so aggravated with them that he strikes the rock twice. They get water, but God tells Moses his action of striking the rock twice means he won't enter the Promised Land.
There's no indication the Israelites move away from Kadesh Barnea for many years. God has told them they will remain in the wilderness for 40 years until the disobedient generation dies out. When they finally move on, Moses requests passage through Edom. They are on their way toward a different entry point into the Promised Land. When Edom denies their request and threatens them, they leave the area. There are certain nations God has promised land, and these are the descendants of Esau.
They arrive at Arad, and the inhabitants are ready for a fight. This is one of the first times the Israelites didn't start complaining. They defeat Arad and move on to Hormah.
Discouragement sets in, and they speak against God and Moses. NEVER GIVE VOICE TO DISCOURAGEMENT. You can think it or feel it, but don't speak it out of your mouth. You will begin despising the blessings of God and viewing them as worthless.
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