Today we are looking at Leviticus 8, in which Aaron and his sons are consecrated and become our first priestly role model. We see the sacrifice for sin and the sacrifice of consecration. The end of the chapter mentions the requirement of eating portions of the sacrifice and also waiting at the door for seven days. I think we miss the part of the waiting before God places us into our place.
Ep. 94 - Leviticus 7, We continue our reading concerning the offerings and the instructions for the priests. We realize that Jesus became our ultimate sacrifice yet it is important that we see God has a system. He has ways of doing things we can learn by reading how He brought it all together through Jesus.
Today in Leviticus 6, our study we see that God instructed that the fire must be kept burning. The duties of the priests were to keep the fire burning perpetually. Sadly as today "most" Christians are aware or do not know how to keep the fire burning within their own lives. Fire requires maintance to keep it going.
Leviticus 5 The portion of scripture holds the believer accountable to do the right thing. This portion of scripture speaks in my opinion to the sin of omission it is the same as if you did it yourself. Being false is more than just not saying or doing the wrong thing. It includes not speaking up or telling all.
Leviticus 4 God continues to make a way for imperfect people to connect to Him a perfect God. His desire has always been to be in fellowship, close connection to us. Yet He knows who we are and we will need help. God created a system in which imperfect people could still connect. This served until Jesus gave us His ultimate sacrifice that ensured our connection when we accept His act on our behalf.
Leviticus 3, We are to give God our life and the best of that life. The blood representing life was given to the Lord. The fat representing the best of an animal, proving its health and abundance was given to God. As we give Him our life and best, He in return does the same back to us.
Leviticus 2, the meal offering and first fruits is outlined.
Leviticus chapter one begins the book of instruction in matters of holiness, law, sacrifice, and choice.
The tabernacle is finished and God moves in! When we build as He has instructed, when we follow His commands, He comes to dwell among us. This is still true today.
As the Lord commanded they completed the tabernacle, today we read that the workman finished all the work. Moses looks at the completed project and notes it was completed as God instructed and then he blessed them. It should be our goal to complete all that the Lord commands us to do.
The items for the outer court are constructed, it is noted the laver was constructed from the mirrors that the women donated. Ancient mirrors were not glass they were made of highly polished brass. There is an interesting word used for the women who serve at the door. Today we look at the Hebrew word "Tsaba"
Exodus 37 the construction of the tabernacle continues, this chapter lists the construction of the Ark, Table, Lamp, altar and perfume. God instructions were detailed and compete.
Exodus 36, More than enough was collected to build the tabernacle. We must not take more than what is needed. Several scriptures remind us to trust the Lord for what we need. This example shows God sends what is needed when it is needed. Other scripture reminds us to not store up, or to take more this shows we don't trust He will provide when we need it.
Moses tells the people to rest in who God is, then he invites them to bring an offering to add to the building and creation of the tabernacle. Each person whose heart was moved was invited to bring items that were requested. God appointed two specific craftsmen, who were gifted in workmanship artistic design and ability.
Moses again goes up the mountain, he had to carve out the stone for the 10 commandments that he had broken in his anger. God himself speaks to Moses of who He is and renews His covenant with the people.
Exodus 33, begins with Moses being told to leave where they were. God shares He is removing himself so He doesn't want to destroy them. Moses intercedes and reminds God these stiff-necked people are His. Moses pushes into an even deeper place with God, reminding Him and standing in between. God relents and grants the prayers of Moses
Today our reading is serious, it is important that we remember this portion. The chapter reminds us in the face of what we do not understand, in the face of delay, we must always wait for the Lord. It is too easy to go back to allow our flesh to rule our thoughts and actions. We must not fail and we must stand for what is right.
God gives Moses the names of two men who were said to be gift artisans who were full of knowledge, wisdom, and expertise. They had the skill necessary to create all the things that God had shown Moses. God knows what you can do and I might add has created you to use your gifts for Him.
Today Exodus 30 the chapter reviews the creation and use of the altar of incense. It was to be tended morning and evening. Verse 6 and Verse 36, The Lord states, "Where I will come face to face with you." He desires to have daily communion with us. He desires to meet face to face.
Exodus 29, speaks to us the detail of the seven days of consecration of the Priests as they enter Holy service. The instruction gives us insight and application that we can apply today due to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus.
Exodus 28 describes how all the clothing of the high priest and the other priests were to be created. The significance of the duties of the priest was reflected in his clothing. God instructs the priests to be consecrated, separated, and sanctified for His service and the service of the people.
Today we read in Exodus 27, Moses is continuing to get design or plans for the tabernacle in the wilderness. God gives us detail and the pieces have such significance in our lives today. From the horns that reached outward to the oil that had to crushed, only the pure clear oil was used. The regulation to always keep the light burning.
Exodus 26, Moses continues to receive the instruction on how to build the tabernacle. We wonder sometimes if God cares about details, from this portion of scripture it looks to me like He does indeed care about details.
Exodus 25, God gives Moses the instructions to begin building a place for Him, at His request so that He can dwell among the people. His desire to live among us and be approachable, reachable and close. Moses is shown and instructed how to build it. How will know what to build unless we've seen it? We see it through our time with Him.
Moses and a few go up the mountain and meet with God. God, Himself invites a few to go up but not draw completely near. He then invites Moses to come up closer. God wants to deliver the commandments that He Himself has written.
The instructions for restitution continue. laws promoting justice, kindness and righteousness. Instruction to observe three feasts a year, and the promise of God's presence and blessing. Israel is given encouragement that they will gain the land and the boundaries of what they will possess.
Exodus 22, the instructions for restitution continue. The word tells us how to treat strangers, widows, orphans and the fatherless. God specifically address how we talk about Him and authorities or rulers over us. He also instructs the people to give of their first fruits and for their firstborn. It ends by reminding us to be Holy to Him, we are to be different than others.
Exodus 21, the people are instructed how to treat others including slaves. The chapter introduces the topic of a bond-servant, 30 shekels of silver, and the principle of restitution.
God speaks and gives what we now call the 10 commandments. Moses draws near to the voice and the people back up. Sadly they ask for a mediator instead of approaching God themselves. It seems we still today react to God by backing up, we are the one who moved away. He longs to show Himself to us, to have relationship.
The children of Israel arrive at the foot of Mount Sinai. they are directed to prepare themselves to hear from God. They are givens specific instructions and 2 days to prepare. They were to stand before the Lord in their place on the third day.
