Bizarre Balaam

In Numbers 22-24 we have the strange case of Balaam. God tells him not to go to Balak. He asks again. God says to go. Then God blocks his way and through a talking donkey lets him know how stubborn he is. Finally, God tells him to go ahead and go to Balak. What is the point of these mixed signals? God is going to accomplish his will. He will use you to do it in spite of yourself (like the donkey, like Balaam). Your will and nature notwithstanding, God’s will prevails. The trick is to align your will with His; to be properly motivated. How do I change my heart? Only God can change a heart through prayer, Scripture and the Holy Spirit. God, make me willing to do your will. Change my stubborn heart.