What is the meaning of Ezekiel 46:13? You shall provide Ezekiel’s wording puts the responsibility squarely on the worshiper: “And you shall provide…” (Ezekiel 46:13). • The command is personal, echoing God’s earlier instructions: “No one is to appear before Me empty-handed” (Exodus 34:20). • Paul applies the same principle spiritually: “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God” (Romans 12:1). God calls each believer to come prepared—never presuming on past offerings, but bringing fresh devotion day by day. An unblemished year-old lamb The animal had to be flawless and in the prime of life: “unblemished” and “year-old.” • Purity—only what is without defect can stand in God’s presence (Leviticus 22:20-21). • Picture of Christ—“a lamb without blemish or spot” (1 Peter 1:19), the sinless Savior offered for us. • Substitution—just as the Passover lamb was chosen on behalf of the household (Exodus 12:5), so Jesus represents His people before the Father. As a daily burnt offering The burnt offering was unique in that it was wholly consumed, symbolizing total surrender. • Leviticus 1:9 describes it as “an aroma pleasing to the LORD,” emphasizing complete dedication. • Hebrews 10:10 links continual sacrifice to Christ’s once-for-all offering, urging believers to live in continual consecration. • Daily repetition trained hearts to remember that life itself belongs entirely to God. To the LORD The offering’s direction mattered: it was “to the LORD.” • Worship is exclusive: “Fear the LORD your God, serve Him only” (Deuteronomy 6:13). • All sacrifice aims at God’s glory: “You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power” (Revelation 4:11). Everything we relinquish—time, resources, obedience—is meant for Him alone, not for self-credit. You are to offer it every morning Consistency is emphasized: “every morning.” • The same rhythm appears in Exodus 29:38-39, where lambs were offered “morning after morning.” • God’s mercies are “new every morning” (Lamentations 3:23), inviting fresh response. • Practical application: begin each day acknowledging His ownership, asking that the whole day rise like that burnt scent, pleasing to Him. summary Ezekiel 46:13 calls each believer to personal, pure, wholehearted, God-directed, daily devotion. The unblemished lamb foreshadows Christ, the once-for-all sacrifice, while the morning offering reminds us to yield ourselves anew each day, living lives completely given over to the Lord who gave everything for us. |
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