There is a kind of faith that sits comfortably in the pew on Sunday mornings and never costs a thing. And then there is the faith the Bible actually calls us to — one that lays everything on the altar and holds nothing back. “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God — this is your true and proper worship.” –Romans 12:1 Paul’s word choice here is striking. Not a dead sacrifice — a living one. The animal placed on the Old Testament altar had Read More
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Daily Affirmations: Obedience
If you love me, show it by doing what I’ve told you – John 14:15
Jesus Who?: Our Atoning Sacrifice
This week we are studying Leviticus and Jesus as our Sacrifice, as we continue the series, Jesus Who? Last week we studied Genesis and got to know the Jesus of Genesis. He was part of the Trinity, the Godhead and the seed of the woman. In studying Exodus, we were introduced to Jesus, our Passover Lamb. In the book of Leviticus, Jesus can be seen in the sacrificial offerings and the priesthood, and the feast days (Find out more about the Feasts of the Lord here). I will briefly touch on the sacrificial offerings. The book of Exodus ends with where God desires to Read More