Joshua: A Place to Run

God established cities of refuge so that people who were in danger could find protection and justice. This passage reminds us that we are all in need of refuge, and the church should be a place where hurting, broken, and struggling people can find grace and truth. But ultimately, the cities of refuge point us toward something greater: Jesus Christ, our perfect High Priest, whose death secured our eternal redemption. We don't just need a place to hide; we need a Savior who can rescue us.

Joshua 20

Sermon Outline
1. We are all in need of Refuge
2. The Church should be a place of Refuge
3. Jesus is our ultimate Refuge


Discussion Questions

• When life gets difficult, where are you most likely to run for comfort or refuge? What makes it difficult to run to God first?
• What are some ways churches unintentionally make it difficult for people with broken pasts or difficult circumstances to feel welcome?
• How do we create a church culture that extends grace without compromising biblical truth?
• What's the difference between finding temporary relief from our problems and finding lasting refuge in Jesus?
• Who is someone in your life who needs to know that there is a place of refuge in Christ?