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Why is Jesus considered our refuge in Christian theology?

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Jesus is deemed our refuge because He provides safety, forgiveness, and eternal life through His sacrifice, much like the cities of refuge provided safety from retribution.

In Christian theology, Jesus is revered as our refuge, paralleling the function of the cities of refuge in the Old Testament. Just as these cities offered legal safety for the guilt-ridden, Christ offers protection from the penalty of sin through His atoning sacrifice. Scripture teaches that in Christ, we find forgiveness of sins (Colossians 1:14), we are no longer condemned (John 8:11), and our lives are made secure in Him (Colossians 3:3). This refuge is not for the righteous or the good, but for sinners who recognize their need for salvation and come to Him in faith.
Scripture References: Colossians 1:14, John 8:11, Colossians 3:3

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Refuge
Andy Davis · Oct 23, 2016
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