Bible Chapter: Leviticus 7 & 8

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    As people read these sections of scripture, it is easy to just pass over them and think they are not important.  What can we learn from them?  They can seem out of touch with modern life.  But, there is much we can learn about God and what He wants for His people.  In trying to understand, let me share a note in the Fire Bible talking about these chapters.
In the OT, worship ceremonies, such as the sacrifices and offerings, were a means of communication between God and his people. They were active, symbolic prayers by which the people admitted their sin and requested God’s forgiveness. These ceremonies provided a way for the people to maintain and renew their relationship with God. They also allowed the Israelites to express gratitude and dedication to God. On God’s part, the ceremonies were dramatic symbols of his promises, warnings and teachings. Through these ceremonies God revealed his contempt for sin, his mercy toward the people and what he expected from them.
    The sacrifices described in Leviticus teach us about God’s love for people and His hatred of sin.  Those who insist on continuing to sin will be cut off.  The truths about righteousness and sin are not just theory, they must be applied to life.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    Under the Law God provided for priests to administer the sacrifices and worship of God.  Jesus came to fulfill the Law and become the High Priest for all.  We now have direct access to come to God with our needs and requests.  Our High Priest was tempted as a man and knows what we are experiencing.  We can come boldly to Him to get help in time of need.

3.  How can I help someone?
    People must grasp that we have direct access to come to God through the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross.  Never doubt and fear.  Come and receive the new life Jesus bought on the cross.