How can we apply the concept of covenant commitment in our daily lives? The blood-sealed promise: Exodus 24:6 “Moses took half of the blood and put it in basins, and the other half he splashed against the altar.” Literal blood on a literal altar—God’s covenant with Israel was ratified in real time, with real sacrifice, staking life itself on the promises just sworn. Why the blood matters • Blood equals life (Leviticus 17:11). • By sprinkling the altar (God’s side) and reserving basins for the people (their side, v. 8), both parties were bound. • The scene prefigures the New Covenant blood of Christ (Luke 22:20; Hebrews 9:14). Covenant commitment in today’s ordinary moments 1. Remember the cost – Christ’s blood purchased us (1 Peter 1:18-19). – Gratitude fuels obedience; daily thank Him aloud or in journaling. 2. Keep both sides of the promise in view – God remains faithful (2 Timothy 2:13). – Our response: “present your bodies as a living sacrifice” (Romans 12:1). 3. Treat obedience as worship – Israel said, “We will do everything the LORD has said” (Exodus 24:3). – Obey promptly in the small tasks—return phone calls, pay bills on time, speak truthfully—because each act echoes “we will do.” 4. Guard community commitments – Covenants are communal (Psalm 50:5). – Show up for church, small group, marriage, friendships. Keep your word even when inconvenient (Matthew 5:37). 5. Renew the covenant rhythmically – Moses read the Book of the Covenant aloud (Exodus 24:7). – Read Scripture daily; rehearse core doctrines with family (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). – Celebrate the Lord’s Supper with fresh awareness of cost and commitment (1 Corinthians 11:25-26). 6. Stand under the sprinkle, not above it – Israel was literally splattered (Exodus 24:8). – Place yourself where the Word can confront you—sermons, accountability partners, personal study—and receive its correction humbly (James 1:22-25). Practical checklist for the week • Morning: thank Jesus for His blood; ask, “How can I honor Your covenant today?” • Commute: quote Hebrews 10:23—“Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.” • Workspace: keep one promise you’ve delayed. • Home: initiate family Scripture reading; discuss one way to obey together. • Weekend: gather with believers, remembering covenant community isn’t optional but integral (Acts 2:42). • Review: journal specific instances where obedience cost you something—note the joy that followed (John 15:10-11). Looking ahead Our covenant-keeping God calls for whole-life loyalty. The blood at Sinai and the blood at Calvary both declare: commitment is costly, sacred, and joy-filled. Live this week as people bought with a price, honoring the covenant in every conversation, decision, and relationship. |
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