Leviticus 17:1 The LORD said to Moses….
These chapters still seem to be about establishing the Israelites identity in God. He wants them to put aside pagan ways and be in relationship with only Him. The human side of me wants to sigh and roll my eyes, wondering when in the world they will finally get it.
Leviticus 17:2a …”Speak to Aaron, his sons, and all the people of Israel…”
But deep inside, I recognize myself and my own actions in the fickle Israelites. When I am left to wait and hope, I worry and fret, seeking assurance from man when God seems silent. Jesus, help me.
Leviticus 17:2b “Tell them: ‘This is what the LORD has commanded.”
Lord, Thank You for this day, for this scripture, for this reminder that I need to root myself deeply in You. It’s easy to judge the Israelites, but in the stillness of my heart, I see I need to build the same sense of identity in You to keep me steady in the waiting. Help me define myself only in You. Draw me closer. Amen.
Leviticus 17:5 “This rule is so people will bring their sacrifices, which they have been sacrificing in the open fields, to the LORD.”
Have a blessed day.