Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
devotion and identity
Leviticus 19 The Israelites followed strict codes of conduct that set them apart as holy, because the God they were to represent is holy. That holiness was not merely ritualistic. It included the concepts of justice, love and sexual purity. … Continue reading
devotion and sexuality
Leviticus 18 Sexuality appears to be a temporary phenomenon for humanity. Jesus said: “The sons of this age marry and are given in marriage, but those who are considered worthy to attain to that age and to the resurrection from … Continue reading
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singular devotion
Leviticus 17 It was not enough for the Israelites to simply name the name of the LORD and go about their worship the same as in Egypt. Neither would they be allowed to follow the Canaanite worship practices and just … Continue reading
Azazel devotion
Leviticus 16 Each element of the Day of Atonement was profoundly significant. The bull represented the high priest whose sins had to be atoned for because he was representing the Messianic high priest, who would be (and is) sinless. The … Continue reading
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reproductive devotion
Leviticus 15 Both types of bodily fluid discharges regulated here had to do with the reproductive system: the male discharge of semen and the female menstrual cycle. This is the LORD’s way of highlighting the importance of purity and integrity … Continue reading
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devoted families
Leviticus 14:33-57 The skin disease that can affect a person can also affect an entire household. Likewise, sin can pass from person to person in a family. Houses that became carriers of leprosy were to be either healed or destroyed. … Continue reading
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Tagged Leviticus 14
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restored devotion
Leviticus 14:1-32 The same sacrifices which atoned for sin and guilt were applied to cleansing of skin diseases. The same Christ whose death on the cross saved you from hell can also clean up your life on earth today. The … Continue reading
visible devotion
Leviticus 13 Not all diseases are as noticeable as skin diseases. The LORD commanded Israel: “Take care, in a case of leprous disease, to be very careful to do according to all that the Levitical priests shall direct you. As … Continue reading
devotion and normal
Leviticus 12 Giving birth is a natural process for women, yet it involves the flow of blood, and as such, was to be treated as an impurity. Our “normal” lives are interrupted by God in a similar way. He forces … Continue reading
devotion that defers to the Savior
Leviticus 11 The LORD of the Israelite’s salvation was also lord over their daily lives. It was he who determined which animals were suitable for eating, and which were not. It had nothing to do with hygiene or health. Many … Continue reading
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