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Leviticus-2

Your Purity is My Priority: A Devotional Study on Leviticus 2​

Introduction​

Leviticus is a book that often feels dry and disconnected from our modern-day faith. Yet, between its pages, we discover the beauty and holiness of a God who demands purity from His people. In Leviticus 2, we find a deep understanding of God's heart for purity, reflected in His intricate instructions for offerings. As we delve into this passage, we'll explore the spiritual lessons and insights buried in this foundational text.

Section 1: The Offering of Meal (Leviticus 2:1-16)​

Devotional Thought: The Israelites are instructed to bring God an offering of meal. This offering was made of finest flour and aromatics, and it reflected their reverence for God. Our own bodies are the temple of God's Spirit, and we, like the meal offering, must offer up ourselves to God as a pure and pleasing sacrifice. Take a moment today to reflect on how you canpresent yourself as a holy offering to God.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you present yourself as a holy offering to God?
  • Are there habits or behaviors that detract from your purity and need to be repented of?

Section 2: The Acceptable Offering (Leviticus 2:17-21)​

Devotional Thought: God listens and accepts the meal offering when it is prepared in a holy way. This same principle applies to our own lives. When we present ourselves as holy and surrendered to God, He listens and accepts us. Let us live with a deep awareness of our identity as holy offerings to God.

Reflection Questions:

  • What steps can you take to ensure that your life is presented as holy to God?
  • How can you deepen your awareness of your identity as a holy offering to God?

Section 3: The Duty to Tithe (Leviticus 2:12-16)​

Devotional Thought: As the people of God brought their offerings of meal, they also brought their tithes. Tithes were a mandatory act of worship, and they portrayed the Israelites' trust and dependence on God. As we prioritize tithing as an act of worship, we demonstrate our trust and dependence on God's provision. Let us strive to give our own offerings with unwavering faith and dependence on God.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you deepen your understanding of the scriptural call to tithe?
  • How can you make tithing a priority in your daily life?

Section 4: Clean or Unclean: A Temple of God (Leviticus 2:9-11)​

Devotional Thought: Throughout Leviticus, God establishes strict guidelines for purity, and these guidelines serve as reminders of God's holiness. Our bodies are not our own. As living temples of God's Spirit, we must remain pure and set apart in order to offer up sacrifices unto God. Let us approach this scripture with a deep reverence for God's holiness and our own role as temples of God.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you approach the concept of purity and holiness with reverence and respect for God's holy nature?
  • Are there areas of your life that need to be repented of and cleansed so that you may approach God's presence in a holy and pure way?

Conclusion:​

In conclusion, as we examine the intricacies of Leviticus 2, we recognize the importance of purity and holiness in our spiritual lives. May we treat our bodies with the reverence and holiness they require, and may our offerings to God be pure, aromatic, and surrendered in a way that reveals our unwavering trust and dependence on Him. Let us strive to remain pure and set apart for God's holy purposes, offering ourselves as holy and pleasing sacrifices to the one who made us.