In what ways does Leviticus 2:13 encourage faithfulness in our spiritual commitments? Leviticus 2:13—Text “You are to season each of your grain offerings with salt. You must not omit the salt of the covenant of your God from your grain offering; with all your offerings you are to present salt.” Why Salt Matters • Preserves: guards against decay, picturing God’s unchanging covenant • Purifies: removes corruption, pointing to holy living • Flavors: makes a dish appealing, illustrating worship that delights God • Costs something: in the ancient world salt was valuable, reminding us that true devotion is never cheap Faithfulness Lessons for Today • Lasting Commitment – Salt’s preserving power calls us to enduring obedience, not momentary enthusiasm (Psalm 15:4). • Covenant Awareness – “Salt of the covenant” keeps the permanence of God’s promises before us (Numbers 18:19). • Consistency in Every Offering – “With all your offerings” means nothing we present—time, resources, relationships—is exempt from faithful devotion (Romans 12:1). • Purity of Motive – Just as salt prevents corruption, so holiness must season our worship (1 Peter 1:15-16). • Pleasant Witness – A life “seasoned with salt” (Colossians 4:6) attracts others to the Lord, demonstrating steadfast trust in Him. Living It Out • Guard daily time in the Word and prayer; let no day’s “offering” lack salt. • Keep promises—marriage vows, church commitments, integrity at work—as reflections of God’s unbreakable covenant. • Eliminate spiritual “spoilage”: confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9). • Add flavor to conversations: speak grace and truth that point people to Christ (Matthew 5:13). • Persevere when discipleship costs; remember salt’s value and the greater worth of faithfulness (Philippians 3:8). Supporting Passages • 2 Chronicles 13:5 – covenant of salt with David’s line • Mark 9:49-50 – “Have salt in yourselves” • Romans 11:29 – God’s gifts and calling are irrevocable • Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess” By insisting on salt in every sacrifice, Leviticus 2:13 calls believers to unwavering, whole-hearted faithfulness in all spiritual commitments—preserving, purifying, and flavoring every aspect of life for the glory of God. |
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