What a morning we had at Emmanuel! Bro Jerry Jones preached such a powerful message of hope to us today. Numbers 35:29-34-historically when a murder occurred, there was one that set out to defend the honor of the slain. This blood avenger made it their life’s mission to kill the accused. God in His mercy set up cities of refuge for the one being targeted. Inside the walls of these cities, one was safe, but couldn’t leave because the blood avenger would never stop seeking to destroy. This made the city of refuge a safe place, but also a prison of sorts. One of the only ways to leave alive without risking being killed, was for the high priest to die.
This relates to us today in that the devil will never let us be free of our sin, our guilt, our depression, our shame etc. BUT THE HIGH PRIEST HAS DIED! Jesus never intended for us to settle with being just “OK” or hanging on by a thread until He comes. We have total freedom and victory because of His blood that covers and washes away all that seeks to destroy us. The vail was torn and we must thrive! ... See more