How can Christians today apply the principle of God as their inheritance? Setting the Scene • “Then the LORD said to Aaron, ‘You will have no inheritance in their land, nor will you have any portion among them; I am your portion and your inheritance among the Israelites.’” (Numbers 18:20) • The Levites literally received no acreage in Canaan. Their security, status, and future rested entirely in the LORD Himself. • Believers today are called “a royal priesthood” (1 Peter 2:9), so the Levite pattern speaks directly to us. Tracing the Theme Through Scripture • Deuteronomy 10:9—The LORD is Levi’s inheritance. • Psalm 16:5—“The LORD is my chosen portion and my cup.” • Psalm 73:26—God is “my portion forever.” • Ephesians 1:13-14—The Holy Spirit is “the pledge of our inheritance.” • Romans 8:17—We are “heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ.” • 1 Peter 1:3-4—We’ve been born into “an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading.” Why “God as Our Inheritance” Matters • Identity: Who we are is anchored in Him, not in career, status, or possessions. • Security: Land can fail, markets crash; the LORD never does (Hebrews 13:5). • Satisfaction: Earthly goods can thrill, but only God truly fills (Psalm 107:9). • Purpose: Priests existed to minister to God and bless people. So do we. Practical Ways to Live in Our Inheritance Reorient Your Heart • Begin each day reminding yourself out loud: “The LORD is my portion.” • Meditate on passages above until desire for Him outweighs desire for stuff. Handle Possessions as a Steward, Not an Owner • Budget with generosity first (2 Corinthians 9:6-8). • View salary increases as kingdom fuel, not self-expansion. • Simplify—own less so your heart can cling more tightly to Christ (Matthew 6:19-21). Pursue His Presence Intentionally • Carve out unhurried Bible and prayer time; priests lingered near the sanctuary. • Practice quick “thank-You” prayers during routine moments, training your mind to default to Him. Serve From, Not For, Acceptance • Volunteer, teach, parent, or work knowing you already possess the greatest Gift. • When affirmation is lacking, remember God Himself is your reward (Colossians 3:23-24). Cultivate Contentment • Celebrate others’ blessings without envy, because your inheritance is untouched (Psalm 73:25-26). • Keep a gratitude journal focused on God’s character, not just His gifts. Prepare for the Future With Eternal Metrics • Retirement planning is wise, yet remember your forever home is prepared by Christ (John 14:2-3). • Evaluate goals: Will this decision deepen or dilute my enjoyment of God? Encouragements and Warnings • Encouragement: Nothing can reduce, revoke, or ruin your inheritance (1 Peter 1:4-5). • Warning: Love of money competes with love for God (1 Timothy 6:10). Guard your heart diligently. • Encouragement: When trials strip away earthly comforts, they showcase the durability of your true treasure (2 Corinthians 4:16-18). • Warning: Spiritual apathy can make the richest heir live like a pauper. Fan the flame daily (2 Timothy 1:6). Living the Legacy Christians are not chasing an inheritance—they already possess One: the living God Himself. Choosing daily to treasure Him over temporary substitutes unleashes joy, steadies the heart, and showcases to a watching world the surpassing worth of the Gospel. |
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