Welcome back to 66 ways God loves you. In Numbers, God shelters me in cities of refuge. When God divvied up the promise land, he gave the Levites 48 towns. ^ of those towns were to be places refuge-where anyone could flee for safety. Even though these were Hebrew cities, their gates were open to anyone who needed their safety.
Cities of refuge are a picture of God's loving shelter for ALL of us. We can hide safely in God's love and forgiveness. We all need a safe place where we know we are protected and welcomed. When we run to God, He welcomes us in and He defends our honor. He protects us and preserves us.
Jesus says, "The one who comes to me I will by no means cast out" (John 6:37). "God is our refuge and strength, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. Therefore we will not be afraid (Psalms 46:1-2).
Until next time,
Dawn
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