Key Points
God grants mercy for manslayers; He sets up cities of refuge.
Manslayers were given refuge from the avenger of blood.
The one who flees into the city of refuge must stay until the chief priest dies.
When the priest died, this was considered the full atonement for their sin of unintentional murder. The manslayer was free to go home.
Our Chief Priest died on our behalf and lives to intercede for us.
The Law is our avenger of blood and Jesus sets us free from the second death.
The six cities’ names are indictive to the character of Jesus. Jesus is the seventh City of Refuge.
Kadesh – to be set apart, to be made holy; a sanctuary for the righteousness
Shechem – shoulder; a place of strength to carry burdens
Hebron – fellowship; to join or bind together
Bezer – fortress; a stronghold a place of protection
Ramoth – heights; to be elevated above
Golan – to rejoice while being held captive
Discussion
The cities of refuge bring the Gospel to light. Explain.
What is the application of Sunday’s sermon?
Of the six cities names, which one speaks to you and why?
