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Numbers 34:1-36:13
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Today we wrap up the book of Numbers! In Numbers chapter 34 we read about the boundaries of the Promised Land.  Below is a map of how the tribes will divide Canaan – which we will read about later in the Bible in more detail:

In chapter 35 verses 10-12 we read about the Cities of Refuge – “`When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, designate cities of refuge for people to flee to if they have killed someone accidentally. These cities will be places of protection from a dead person’s relatives who want to avenge the death. The slayer must not be killed before being tried by the community.”  Reading about the Cities of Refuge reminds me of our current day laws of “innocent until proven guilty.”  It seems like the Cities of Refuge idea still lives on in our justice system today in some regards.

Worship God: Today’s readings in Numbers 35 about the cities of refuge made me think about how Jesus is our only true refuge in this world, which reminded me of Jason Castro’s song “You Are:”

Is Jesus your One refuge? Click here for your Refuge!

Please join us in memorizing and meditating on a verse of Scripture today: “These six towns you give will be your cities of refuge.” Numbers 35:13 NIV

Prayer Point: Pray that Jesus is your “city of refuge” now and forevermore.

Comments from You:  What verses or insights stand out to you in today’s readings?  Please post up by clicking on the “Comments” link below!

God bless,
Mike