Tom Vander Well

Numbers (Jul-Sep 2025)

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Each photo below corresponds to a chapter-a-day post for the book of Numbers published by Tom Vander Well in July through September 2025. Click on the photo linked to each chapter to read the post.

A scene depicting a large group of people in ancient attire gathered outside tents, with a mountain backdrop during sunset.
Numbers 1: Preparations
A large gathering of people surrounding a central structure at sunset, with tents arranged in the foreground and rolling hills in the background.
Numbers 2: Ordered Procession
A man sitting on a couch with three children, smiling and enjoying family time. The man wears a blue Cubs shirt, and the children are dressed in colorful pajamas.
Numbers 3: Echoes in the Ancient
Three Polaroid-style photos with blurred images of people, featuring blue and orange hues.
Numbers 4: Colors
A young boy in swimwear and sunglasses leaps off a diving board, while two older boys stand nearby. A festive banner is visible in the background.
Numbers 5: Maturing Takes Time
A person in a robe holding a hair dryer, with their head obscured by flying hair against a light background.
Numbers 6: Dedicated
A view from backstage of performers in white dresses on stage, with a person in a dark outfit and long hair visible in the foreground. The stage is decorated with lights and flowers.
Numbers 7: The Text is a Tool
A priest in white robes stands at the altar in a church, facing a congregation. The altar is adorned with flowers and religious symbols, creating a serene atmosphere.
Numbers 8: Spiritual Toddlers in an Adult World
A scenic landscape featuring rolling green hills, a winding dirt path, and a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds and soft sunlight.
Numbers 9: The Flow
Silhouette of a trumpet player against a vibrant backdrop of a concert stage and audience.
Numbers 10: Trumpet Sound
A father sits on the floor in a colorful room, talking to two young girls who look concerned. Toys are scattered around them, and sunlight streams in through the window.
Numbers 11: The Shift
3D anatomical model depicting the human skeletal and vascular systems, with arms extended.
Numbers 12: The Goal, the Role, and the Lessons
A man wearing a cowboy hat and sunglasses, with a rugged appearance, is posing against a blurred background.
Numbers 13: The Adopted One
A group of figures in cloaks stands on a rocky path, facing a dramatic contrast between dark clouds and a bright sunset, symbolizing a journey or transition.
Numbers 14: The Divergent Paths of Fear and Faith
A person with a fierce expression is clenching their fists, suggesting anger or aggression, set against a dark background.
Numbers 15: God’s Response
A surreal scene featuring clockwork gears and figures working amongst clouds, illuminated by a warm light in the background.
Numbers 16: Systemic Dysfunction
Grilled chicken breast sliced and topped with a mixture of chopped herbs, nuts, and oil, served on a white plate.
Numbers 17: I Choose
A collection of glass salt shakers on a wooden table, with one shaker tipped over and salt spilling out.
Numbers 18: An Eternal Covenant of Salt
Illustration featuring the title 'THE MYSTERY OF THE RED HEIFER' with a red silhouette of a cow, set against a black background, representing Numbers 19.
Numbers 19: The Mystery of the Red Heifer
A portrait of an older woman with a warm smile, dressed in a flowing garment and headscarf, standing by a river in a desert landscape with gentle hills in the background.
Numbers 20: Miriam
Close-up view of raindrops on a window with a blurred airplane silhouette in the background during sunset.
Numbers 21: Snake on a Stick
Close-up of a donkey with large ears and soft facial features in a green outdoor setting with trees and a cloudy sky.
Numbers 22: I’d Rather Be the Ass
A figure in a robe stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking a desert landscape filled with tents, under a starry night sky with a full moon.
Numbers 23: Ancient and Irrevocable
Two adult men and a small child jumping into a lake from a wooden dock on a sunny day.
Numbers 24: Our Tent is Full
A figure standing on a rocky ledge overlooks a vast desert landscape dotted with small structures and roads.
Numbers 25: “We Must Be Cautious”
A serene autumn landscape featuring orange leaves above a calm river, with silhouettes of mountains and a distant structure visible in the background.
Numbers 26: The Next Generation
Four women dressed in ancient-like robes stand together, gazing towards a river and bridge in a scenic landscape.
Numbers 27: God’s Radical Decision for Women
A scenic autumn landscape featuring vibrant orange and yellow leaves on trees, a winding path through a grassy area, and a soft sunlight illuminating the scene.
Numbers 28: Rhythms
A crowd of people watches as a group of oxen walks through a ceremonial gathering near tents, illuminated by glowing firelight.
Numbers 29: The Nations, and Me
A group of professionals engaged in a lively discussion at a conference table, with a charismatic man passionately speaking while others listen attentively.
Numbers 30: Oaths and Pipe-Dreams
Close-up of a person's hands holding an object, showcasing multiple bracelets on one wrist.
Numbers 31: Momento Mori
Two figures in traditional attire stand overlooking a river and valley at sunset, with cattle grazing nearby.
Numbers 32; A Sage Warning
Digital alarm clock displaying 5:00 AM on a bedside table with soft morning light filtering through the window.
Numbers 33: Just Another Day (or Not)
A row of ancient standing stones in a grassy field at sunset, with soft clouds in the sky.
Numbers 34: Boundary Stones
A scenic view of a canal flanked by brick buildings and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
Numbers 35: Cities of Refuge
Four figures dressed in traditional clothing stand on a rocky landscape, gazing at a distant mountainous horizon during sunset.
Numbers 36: “Yeah, but…”
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These chapter-a-day blog posts are also available via podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Google, and Spotify! Simply go to your podcast platform and search for “Wayfarer Tom Vander Well.” If it’s not on your platform, please let me know!

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  1. The Next Generation | Wayfarer

    […] vacation wrapped around the Labor Day holiday. I plan to return to our chapter-a-day trek through Numbers on Thursday, September 4th. If you need a fix until then, please check out one or more of these […]

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