What does Leviticus 22:26 reveal about God's expectations for His people today? Setting the Scene “Then the LORD said to Moses,” (Leviticus 22:26) Key Truth from the Verse • God speaks specifically and authoritatively. • His revealed word is meant to be received without revision or delay. • Every detail that follows (vv. 27-30) rests on the foundation that God Himself has spoken. Underlying Principles • Divine initiative: Obedience begins with listening. • Covenant relationship: God addresses His people personally through His appointed mediator. • Holiness: What God says sets the standard for worship and daily conduct. How These Truths Apply Today • Scripture remains the living voice of God; He still expects His people to heed every word (2 Timothy 3:16-17). • Authority is not negotiable—believers submit to the entire counsel of God, trusting its literal reliability (Psalm 119:160). • Reverence requires patience and care; if God gave detailed instructions about animals, He certainly cares about the details of our worship and ethics (Luke 16:10). Living It Out • Start with Scripture before making plans or forming opinions. • Treat worship as a response to God’s exact instructions, not personal preference. • Value life and creation as God does, mirroring the compassion implied in the wider passage (Proverbs 12:10). Supporting Scriptures • Exodus 24:7 — “We will do and obey everything the LORD has spoken.” • Deuteronomy 5:27 — “Speak to us all that the LORD our God will speak to you; we will listen and obey.” • John 10:27 — “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.” |
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