The apostle Paul told us that our contest in this life is not against human opponents, but against “cosmic powers over this present darkness” and “spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”[1] The prophets and apostles knew this. Their writings reflect this spiritual war, although it’s been downplayed in ourContinue Reading
ISRAEL WAS commanded to be holy because God was literally in their midst. The Law set them apart for Yahweh, distinct from other people.
THE FORMAL beginning of the Levitical priesthood and the sacrificial system is the focus of this week’s study–along with the disturbing episode of the deaths of Aaron’s sons, Nadab and Abihu.
SINS OF omission are just as serious in the Lord’s eyes as those we commit intentionally.
GOD GAVE very explicit instructions for the slaughter of animals required for the slaughter of animals for required offerings.
WE SET aside our chronological reading order this week to look at scripture about the Passover and Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem.