How can we apply the concept of inheritance in Joshua 18:28 to our faith? Setting the Scene “Zela, Haeleph, Jebus (that is, Jerusalem), Gibeah, and Kiriath—fourteen cities with their villages. This is the inheritance of the sons of Benjamin according to their clans.” (Joshua 18:28) What Inheritance Meant for Benjamin • A tangible parcel of land, specifically defined and legally theirs • Fulfillment of God’s earlier promise to Abraham (Genesis 12:7) • A permanent, generational gift—passed from parents to children • A place to live out covenant life, worship, and community Why the Physical Land Matters to Us Today • Shows God keeps His word—He literally handed over actual geography • Confirms the reliability of every promise God makes (Numbers 23:19) • Illustrates that God’s gifts are concrete, not vague ideals Our Spiritual Inheritance in Christ • We have “an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you” (1 Peter 1:4) • “In Him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of Him who works out everything” (Ephesians 1:11) • As “heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ” (Romans 8:17), our portion is guaranteed and eternal Practical Ways to Live Out Our Inheritance • Claim it daily: – Thank God for specific promises (2 Peter 1:4) – Reject condemnation; accept the full rights of children (Galatians 4:7) • Occupy it faithfully: – Shape home, work, and church life around kingdom values – Leverage gifts and resources as stewards, not owners (1 Corinthians 4:1–2) • Guard its boundaries: – Resist sin that encroaches on holy ground (1 Corinthians 6:19–20) – Stay alert to spiritual drift; maintain fellowship and accountability • Pass it on: – Teach the next generation the works of the Lord (Psalm 78:4) – Invest in discipleship so others can “possess their possessions” (Obadiah 1:17) Confidence for the Future • As Benjamin could point to towns on a map, we point to a risen Savior and a coming kingdom • “He who calls you is faithful, and He will do it” (1 Thessalonians 5:24) • Therefore, we step out in obedience, knowing our inheritance—like Benjamin’s—is real, secure, and waiting to be fully enjoyed |
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