Before her stood certain death, behind her a menacing man pushing her to move forward. One beating, two beatings, three… Once known for her regal air, she now stood ragged and desperate for escape. She would be pushed around no longer – it was time to speak up. Who was she? Balaam’s Donkey. Have questions, thoughts, or testimonies you’d like to share? I’d love to hear from you! Please email me at [email protected] or send me a DM on Instagram @MsRachAllene / @WickedorWise. Favorite Sources + Recommended ReadingScripture References:Numbers 22-24Deuteronomy 17Judges 5, 16Isaiah 32Job 392 Peter Jude Outside Sources:Outside refers to “outside of Scripture” and does not necessarily advise of any Christian/non-Christian bias in the source.For some interesting reading on donkeys…http://www.equest4truth.com/equus-in-the-bible/123-donkeys-in-the-biblehttps://www.bible-history.com/links.php?cat=39&sub=442&cat_name=Manners+%26+Customs&subcat_name=DonkeysHere is the article I quoted regarding God’s concern for the donkey:https://www.bibletools.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/topical.show/RTD/cgg/ID/3705/Balaams-Donkey-.htmAnd here is the article quoted regarding God speaking through her:https://www.gotquestions.org/Balaam-donkey.htmlFor pics and more info on the Jordanian Balaam inscription, check this out:https://www.bibleodyssey.org/en/places/related-articles/the-story-of-balaamFun Recommendations:Because this song is utterly ridiculous and deserves a thousand listens — hee-haw hee-haw!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRMjEYlK4PUBe sure to follow @WickedorWise on Instagram for pop quizzes, unique character art, and more!InstagramFacebook