In a solemn moment, the Lord tells Moses that the congregation is meant to gather at the entrance of the tabernacle to watch Aaron and his sons become consecrated. The first generation of priests for Israel are to be consecrated for the work of the Lord.
Read moreWalk in Truth – Continue in the Spirit’s Teaching (1 John 2:26-27)
John wants us to, first, consider the season we are in. Second, he wants us to confess Jesus as the Son. Third, and finally, we learn in these verses, he wants us to continue in the Spirit's teaching. (6 Minutes/1500 Words)
Read moreExodus 30-31
We looked at what the priests were in Exodus 28 and 29, and this week we will look at what they do in Exodus 30 and 31 to learn lessons about what God expects, desires, wishes, longs for, wills for our lives to be today. In other words, a question that we should ask is if they were called to be a kingdom of priests and if we are called as a holy priesthood, a nation of priests today as the church, what did those priests do that might help inform what we ought to be doing today?
Read moreThe Life of David: Secret Preparation (1 Samuel 16:1-13)
For many years, David has been one of my favorite Bible characters. He has become a friend to turn to, and his life has encouraged mine. Because the texts explaining his life are precious to me, I am going to write a series of articles on the early years of David's life and will release these teachings about once per month. I pray God ministers to your heart as we inspect His word. (10 Minutes/2800 Words)
Read more3 Protections For Today's Believers - Part 3 (1 John 2:18-27)
John wants us to, first, consider the season we are in. Second, he wants us to confess Jesus as the Son. Third, and finally, we learn in these verses, he wants us to continue in the Spirit's teaching. (6 Minutes/1500 Words)
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