What does "he may eat of it" teach about God's provision for priests? The Phrase in Context “Any male among the priests may eat of it. It must be eaten in a holy place; it is most holy.” (Leviticus 7:6) What the Permission Reveals about God’s Provision • Guaranteed sustenance – God Himself assigns a portion of the sacrifice as food. – Provision is not left to chance or human generosity; it is written into the sacrificial law (cf. Numbers 18:8–11, 20). • Inclusive care for the whole priestly family – “Any male among the priests” means every eligible son of Aaron, not just the high priest. – The Lord’s care reaches the youngest apprentice as well as the most senior minister (see also Leviticus 6:16–18; 22:11). • Provision tied to holiness – The meat must be eaten “in a holy place.” God supplies, but He supplies in a way that keeps the priest mindful of His holiness. – Daily meals become continual reminders of their consecration (Exodus 29:33). • A perpetual statute – The language marks this as an ongoing, covenant-long arrangement (Numbers 18:23-24). – God’s provision endures as long as priestly ministry endures. • An exchange of service and support – Israel brings the offering; the priests present it to God; God returns a portion to the priests. – Worship and provision are interwoven, illustrating 1 Corinthians 9:13-14—those who serve at the altar “share in what is offered on the altar.” Practical Takeaways • God provides materially for those He calls to minister. • His provision is specific, sufficient, and rooted in His own commands, not human schemes. • Receiving God’s supply never cancels the call to holiness; it deepens it. |
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