Nothing but the Best (Leviticus 7:28-38) WORSHIP

These, then, are the regulations for the burnt offering, the grain  offering, the sin offering, the guilt offering, the ordination offering and the fellowship offering, which the Lord gave Moses at Mount Sinai in the Desert of Sinai on the day he commanded the Israelites to bring their offerings to the Lord.
Leviticus 7:37-38

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The book of Leviticus lists five kinds of offerings that the Israelites were required to bring to the Lord. The profound sinfulness of humans and the need for atonement is the premise for these offerings. It made a way for everyone to repent and come back to fellowship with God. 

There are three undergirding principles about offerings here that are relevant even today. Firstly, the offerings were open to all. Anyone could bring an offering. And that is the wideness of God’s grace and true human equality. Though salvation is through none other than Christ, anyone may come to Him. 

Secondly, there is a cost involved for the worshipper. Salvation is a gift for us because Christ paid the full price to redeem us. And only He could pay that price. But disciples, are to deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow Him (Luke 9:23). 

Thirdly, only the best could be offered. Jesus’ sacrifice was the ultimate. He gave His very life and the last drop of His blood for you and me. We are to offer ourselves as living sacrifices (Romans 12:1). We are to offer our praise, our gifts, and service to others in Christ’s name. 

We have received the best and the ultimate sacrifice, how can we not offer anything but our best?

Lord, give me a heart that offers you my best each day, I pray.

Extended Reading — Leviticus 5-7

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