How can we apply the principles of Leviticus 6:15 in our worship today? “The priest is to remove a handful of the fine flour from the grain offering, together with its oil and all its frankincense, and burn the memorial portion on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the LORD.” Key Truths Wrapped in One Verse • God Himself prescribes how He is to be worshiped. • A “handful” becomes a “memorial portion” that represents the whole offering. • When offered God’s way, it rises as “a pleasing aroma to the LORD.” • The act is performed by a priest, foreshadowing the priestly role every believer now holds (1 Peter 2:5). Principle 1 – Offer What God Requests, Not What We Invent • Worship today is still submission to His revealed pattern (John 4:24). • We gladly conform our songs, prayers, preaching, giving, and ordinances to Scripture rather than trends. • Romans 12:1 calls this “your spiritual service of worship.” Principle 2 – Give the Representative Best • The priest’s handful contained the finest flour, rich oil, and fragrant frankincense—no leftovers. • The “memorial portion” stood for the entire batch; likewise, small acts of obedience today represent whole–hearted devotion. • Applications: – First moments of the day dedicated to Scripture and prayer set the tone for all remaining hours. – Tithes and offerings acknowledge that all income is God’s (Malachi 3:10). – Serving one neighbor in love reflects Christlike concern for every neighbor (Galatians 6:10). Principle 3 – Pursue the Pleasing Aroma • Psalm 141:2 links prayer with incense: “May my prayer be set before You like incense.” • Hebrews 13:15 urges continual “sacrifice of praise.” • We guard motive and attitude so that everything offered—music, service, meditation—carries the fragrance of sincerity, faith, and gratitude. Principle 4 – Remember, Worship Is Memorial • “Memorial portion” kept God’s past faithfulness before Israel. • In gathered worship we remember the cross through the Lord’s Table (1 Corinthians 11:26) and remember His faithfulness through testimony and song (Psalm 103:2). • Personal journals, family devotions, and shared stories rehearse His deeds, keeping hearts warm with thankfulness. Principle 5 – Serve as Priests under the Great High Priest • Jesus “loved us and gave Himself for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God” (Ephesians 5:2). • Because He “always lives to intercede” (Hebrews 7:25), every believer now offers spiritual sacrifices (1 Peter 2:5). • Practical outflow: – Lead your household in worship just as the priest led Israel. – Intercede for others, carrying their needs to the throne (1 Timothy 2:1). – Model holiness so the fragrance of Christ spreads (2 Corinthians 2:15). Putting It into Practice This Week • Set aside an intentional “handful” of prime time—unrushed, distraction–free—to meet with God daily. • Prepare for Sunday by praying over the service, arriving early, and engaging fully, remembering you participate as a priest, not a spectator. • Offer a fragrant act of generosity: write a note of encouragement, give anonymously, or serve someone in need. • Keep a “memorial list” of answered prayers and gospel opportunities; review it during family worship to refresh gratitude. Every sincere, Scripture–guided “handful” we present still rises as a pleasing aroma to the Lord. |
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