What is the meaning of Leviticus 7:29? Speak to the Israelites Leviticus 7:29 opens with a direct command from the LORD to Moses: “Speak to the Israelites…” This phrase reminds us that God’s Word addresses a real covenant community. • God speaks: Exodus 19:3–6 shows the same pattern—He calls His people to listen because they are His treasured possession. • God speaks through chosen servants: Numbers 12:6–8 affirms that Moses enjoys a unique prophetic role; the congregation is expected to heed him. • The principle endures: John 10:27—“My sheep listen to My voice.” When God speaks in Scripture today, His people still have the privilege and duty to listen. and say “…and say…” stresses that Moses must pass on exactly what he hears. • God’s message is precise: Deuteronomy 4:2 warns against adding to or subtracting from His commands. • The messenger’s role is stewardship, not innovation: Jeremiah 1:7—“You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you.” • For believers now, preaching and teaching follow the same pattern: 2 Timothy 4:2 urges, “Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season.” Anyone who presents a peace offering to the LORD This clause highlights the voluntary yet sacred nature of the “peace offering” (sometimes called the fellowship or well-being offering, see Leviticus 3). • Open invitation: “Anyone” shows God’s generosity; any Israelite could draw near (Leviticus 19:5). • Purpose of the offering: – Celebrates restored fellowship (Leviticus 7:15). – Often accompanies vows or thankfulness (Psalm 107:22). • Foreshadowing Christ: Because of His atoning work we now have “peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 5:1), making every believer a participant in unbroken fellowship. must bring it as his sacrifice to the LORD The worshiper is personally involved—he “must bring it.” • Personal ownership: Deuteronomy 12:26—“Only the holy things you have and your vowed offerings you are to take.” Each person brings what belongs to him; worship is never outsourced. • Wholehearted surrender: 2 Samuel 24:24—David refuses to offer “burnt offerings that cost me nothing,” showing the heartbeat behind Leviticus 7:29. • New-covenant parallel: Hebrews 13:15 urges us to “offer to God a sacrifice of praise,” teaching that heartfelt, personal devotion still matters. • Godward focus: Everything is done “to the LORD.” Psalm 116:17 links thanksgiving and sacrifice directly to His name, emphasizing that worship centers on Him alone. summary Leviticus 7:29 calls God’s people to attentive listening, faithful transmission of His Word, open invitation to fellowship, and personal, wholehearted sacrifice offered exclusively to the LORD. These principles remain vibrant today: believers hear Scripture, declare it accurately, celebrate peace secured by Christ, and bring themselves—body, praise, and possessions—into joyful, obedient worship. |
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