num 35v11 Cities Of Refuge
"CITIES OF REFUGE"
Numbers 35:11
When the children of
We are informed by the ancient Jewish rabbis that, at
least once every year, the magistrates of each city were responsible to survey
the road to their city, making certain that the road was clear of all debris
and easily passable. There must be no obstacles in the way that would hinder
any who might flee to the cities of refuge. The magistrates would send out work
crews to remove all large rocks and fallen trees from the road, taking the
greatest possible care to remove every stumbling block. Any low places in the
road would be filled. Any high places would be leveled. All along the road they
placed markers with the word "REFUGE" written in bold letters. When
the fugitive came to a crossroad, he needed not hesitate for a moment. Seeing
that blessed word, "REFUGE", he kept on his breathless pace with
relentless determination until he reached the place of merciful safety. Once he
entered the gates of the city, he was secure.
THE LORD JESUS CHRIST IS THE REFUGE FOR SINNERS. All
who come to him are saved from the wrath of God. THE WAY TO CHRIST IS
PLAINLY REVEALED. "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be
saved." And CHRIST, BY HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS AND BLOOD, HAS REMOVED EVERY
OBSTACLE THAT MIGHT KEEP THE SINNER WHO SEEKS HIM FROM FINDING HIM. He even
sends his Spirit to reveal the way, lead us in the way, and bring us safely to
our souls' Refuge.