"The LORD called to Moses from the Tabernacle and said to him, 'Give the following instructions to the Israelites: Whenever you present offerings to the Lord...'"
Leviticus 1:1-2a NLT
We have come to the place where many well-intentioned Bible readers have crashed and burned--Leviticus. Our perseverance through Leviticus will be helped by understanding the purpose of this book. Leviticus is an instruction manual for ancient Israelite worship. It's primary concern is to instruct unholy people in how to approach a holy God. Unholy people approach Holy God with offerings and through careful observance of God's laws.
For us as New Testament Christians the offerings prescribed in this book are no longer necessary because Christ became the final offering to bridge the gap between unholy people and Holy God. However, Leviticus reminds us of the care to be taken in approaching God and of the gratitude we should have in our hearts for the sacrifice God has provided to enable our approach to Him. As you approach God today remember His holiness and give thanks for His sacrifice. Approach Him with confidence through Christ and with care because of His holiness.
Father, You are holy, holy, holy and I am more unholy than I like to admit. I come before You with confidence through Christ and with thankfulness for the provision You have made for my sin. I am grateful to be a New Testament Christian but pray I will never become careless about approaching You.
I'm praying for you.
Pastor Mark
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Good Morning Pastor Mark, thank you for reminding us about how Holy our God is. It frightens me sometimes that in my own life I treat God like He is on my level. Just because He made Himself little to come down and pay the price for my sin does not mean He is little. I never saw the importance of Leviticus as I do now. Our God is Holy. Love in Christ Francie
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