Category Archives: discipleship
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
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
Posted in commitment, dependence upon God, discipleship, holiness, integrity, sanctification
Tagged Leviticus 15
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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
ordained devotion
Leviticus 8 The special ordination ritual for Aaron and his sons was a reminder of their solemn duties as representatives of the people before God. Not taking the ordination seriously would have meant death (35). As we saw yesterday, all … Continue reading
anointed devotion
Leviticus 6:8-7:38 Aaron and his sons were designated by the LORD to serve as priests under the covenant. This involved much responsibility, but it also came with privileges. Many of the sacrifices went to the priests, after a portion was … Continue reading
Posted in church, discipleship, faithfulness, genuineness, ministry, responsibility, witness
Tagged Leviticus 6, Leviticus 7
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blameless devotion
Leviticus 5:14-6:7 These are not the words of a God who ignores sin and guilt. These are the words of the LORD, who punishes the guilty. But he does not want to. It is not God’s desire that any perish, … Continue reading
Posted in atonement, confession, discipleship, eternal life, forgiveness, future, grace, growth, sanctification
Tagged Leviticus 5, Leviticus 6
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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
Posted in atonement, commitment, confession, dependence upon God, discipleship, fellowship, forgiveness, grace, holiness
Tagged Leviticus 4, Leviticus 5
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well-prepared devotion
Leviticus 2 The grain offerings had to be well-prepared by the worshipper. They had to look good, smell good, taste good. A portion of them would always be consumed on the altar, but the rest would go to the priests. … Continue reading
Posted in commitment, discipleship, holiness, prayer, scriptures, worship
Tagged Leviticus 2
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