How can we apply the concept of consecration in our daily lives? Setting the Scene “ He also poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron’s head and anointed him to consecrate him.” (Leviticus 8:12) Consecration: What It Is • To consecrate is to set apart exclusively for God’s purposes. • In Leviticus, oil on Aaron’s head marked him as wholly God’s. • Today, consecration still means marking every part of life as belonging to the Lord. The Pattern Established in the Tabernacle • God chose the ordinary—olive oil—and made it a sign of the extraordinary. • Aaron’s anointing teaches three essentials: – Ownership: Aaron no longer served himself but the Lord. – Visibility: Oil on the head could be seen and smelled; consecration is public. – Continuity: The priest’s daily task was to keep living what the oil declared. New-Covenant Echoes • Romans 12:1: “present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God.” • 1 Peter 2:9: “a royal priesthood … that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him.” • 1 Corinthians 6:19-20: “you are not your own; you were bought at a price.” • The same God who set Aaron apart now calls every believer to priestly living. Consecration in the Everyday 1. Morning Surrender • Start the day acknowledging God’s ownership: “Lord, this body, mind, time are Yours.” 2. Purposeful Purity • Guard the gates—eyes, ears, mouth—because priests treasure holiness (2 Corinthians 7:1). 3. Dedicated Work • View the job site, classroom, or kitchen as a sanctuary where God is served. 4. Intentional Relationships • Speak and act so that others sense the “fragrance” of Christ—like Aaron’s oil (2 Corinthians 2:15). 5. Stewardship of Resources • Spend, save, and give as one set apart; money is ministry fuel, not personal possession. 6. Rest and Recreation • Choose entertainment that honors the One who anointed you; even leisure is holy ground. Maintaining the Flame • Regular Scripture intake keeps the mind renewed (Psalm 119:105). • Confession restores fellowship quickly when sin threatens purity (1 John 1:9). • Fellowship with other believers sharpens dedication (Hebrews 10:24-25). Empowered by the Spirit • The physical oil pointed to the Holy Spirit. • Ephesians 5:18: “be filled with the Spirit” is an ongoing command—fresh anointing for daily faithfulness. • Trust the Spirit to transform consecration from duty into delight. Living the Difference Consecration is not a one-time ceremony; it is a lifestyle. As Aaron wore the oil, we carry the Spirit’s presence into every corner of ordinary life, turning the mundane into ministry and proving that we are, indeed, His set-apart people. |
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