There are many scriptures that speak of the resurrection. A few of these are: I Thessalonians 4:16, Job 19:26, Psalms 49:15, Psalms 71:20, Ecclesiastes 12:7, John 5:25, John 6:40, John 11:25, Acts 24:15, and II Corinthians 4:14. I cannot emphasize enough - Believers have an eternal home with Jesus, and unbelievers have an eternal home without Jesus.

Note Correction: NOT 7 years to bury the dead, 7 months

A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: 2 Samuel 3 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanierhttps://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

Pastor Timothy B. Hille serves as a guest preacher.

The sermon examines the destructive fruits of unbelief, specifically highlighting how an evil and departing heart leads to worldly-mindedness. It contrasts walking by sight with walking by faith, warning believers against the deceptive allure of material security and self-obsession. Using the parable of the rich fool from Luke 12, the message illustrates that life does not consist in the abundance of possessions but in trusting God's provision. The preacher urges Christians to set their affection on things above rather than on earthly treasures, emphasizing that only those who do God's will abide forever. Ultimately, the central call is to maintain a heart of belief and humility, resisting the world's pull by focusing on eternal rewards.

The sermon details the establishment of six cities of refuge for accidental manslaughter and the allocation of forty-eight Levitical cities across Israel. It explains the legal distinction between intentional murder and unintentional death, emphasizing God's provision of safe havens and fair judicial processes. The text outlines the specific distribution of these cities among the tribes, particularly highlighting the inheritance given to the priests and other Levites. Additionally, it reflects on God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to give the Israelites the land He swore to their ancestors. The narrative concludes with the people possessing the land and experiencing rest from their enemies as all divine words came to pass.