Category Archives: dependence upon God
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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a devoted community
Leviticus 4-5:13 The sin offering communicates some important things about God. He is a holy God, and he cannot overlook sin, even when the sinner is unaware of it. As soon as the worshipper is aware of any sin, he … Continue reading
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Tagged Leviticus 4, Leviticus 5
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committed devotion
Leviticus 3 The peace offerings showed how the worshipper could demonstrate complete dependence on the LORD, and find peace only in his relationship with the LORD. Whatever was offered, it had to be without blemish. You cannot offer your life … Continue reading
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Exodus: a finished (?) work
Exodus 40 After all those detailed instructions from the LORD, and Moses and those under him completing the tabernacle according to those specifications – you would think that at least Moses would be able to enter into the glory when … Continue reading
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Exodus: more than enough
Exodus 35:30-36:38 The construction of the tabernacle served as a reminder to the Israelites that whatever God required of them, he would provide to them. In fact, they found that Moses had to command them to cease giving, because the … Continue reading
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Exodus: “to the LORD”
Exodus 35:1-29 Notice the simple phrase that shows the connection between Moses’ reminder of the Sabbath and his encouragement of contributions to the tabernacle. The phrase is “to the LORD.” The primary reason for the Sabbath observance by the Israelites … Continue reading
Exodus: the presence makes the difference
Exodus 33 The crisis moment in this passage is when the people realize that God sends them to their destiny, but does not promise to go with them on the journey. Moses intercedes, because he knows that without the presence … Continue reading
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Exodus: glory upstaged
Exodus 32 The giving of the ten commandments was on stones engraved by the finger of God himself. Their revelation was supposed to be a glorious event, but it was upstaged by a rebellious people. The Israelites had corrupted their … Continue reading
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Exodus: the outer courtyard
Exodus 27:1-19 While the furniture on the inside of the tabernacle symbolized who and what God is, that on the outer courtyard stood for what God expects. The bronze altar was for burnt offerings. It was made of wood, overlaid … Continue reading
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