Like the burnt offering, drink offerings seem to have been offered before the giving of the Mosaic law. The first mention in Scripture of a drink offering is when Jacob returned to Bethel. While fleeing from his brother, the Lord had appeared to him in a dream (Gen....
“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it.” Matthew 13:45-46 The seven parables in Matthew 13 depict the Kingdom of Heaven. Within this...
Triple E Retreat January 26-29, 2026Sandy Creek Bible Camp, Washington TX This is a retreat for those involved in camp ministry among the assemblies to Encourage, Edify and Exchange Ideas (the Triple E!). For more information, please visit www.assemblycamps.org....
What “herald” is this to a young maiden’s earIn the small town of Nazareth, so far from here. “You shall bear a Son who will be mightiest of allAnd the name JESUS is what He will be called.” Joseph too was told the glad news of the birth of a SonBut to Bethlehem they...
“Whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away.” James 4:14 Shortly after the assassination of Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk, I watched a video showing him...
You never forget a first impression. When you first meet Elijah, you notice his confidence in the Lord: “And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, ‘As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain...
The Christian life has sometimes been compared to a spiritual pilgrimage; an onerous journey strewn with tests, trials and unforeseen obstacles encountered along the way. Scripture often uses the word “walk” in this context, which is totally understandable considering...
When Paul met the Lord Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus (circa 37 AD) he asked this pivotal question: “Lord, what do You want me to do” (Acts 9:6)? The Lord answered in simple terms and, rather than allowing the pride of his lofty position to cloud his judgment,...
The Christian life is not a playground; it is a battlefield. Scripture makes it clear that every believer faces enemies that seek to weaken, distract, and even destroy their faith. These enemies are not figments of the imagination, nor are they relics of an ancient...
Some years ago, I met a man who claimed to be a Christian but became offended when I asked if it was a wonderful thing to be saved. He told me that he did not like my referring to his conversion as salvation, because he did not believe he had ever been lost and...
Before investigating the sin offering, it is important to understand how the two non-sweet aroma offerings differ. The sin offering was demanded for the offense of sin, but the trespass offering was required for the damages of sin. The sin offering deals with the...
The trespass offering is the final Levitical sacrifice required of an Israelite. This offering illustrates the primary aspect of the work of the cross. The Hebrew word for trespass is “asham,” meaning guilt. It addresses the question of how a man may be forgiven for...
Since Pentecost (Acts 2), one of the defining characteristics of this present age of grace has been the immediate and permanent indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of believers. Before His ascension back to heaven, the Lord had promised His disciples that they...
Camp Hope Fall Family Conference November 7-9, 20257011 Pony Lake Rd Dahlonega, GA The Fall Family Conference begins Friday at 5:00 pm ending Sunday 1:00 pm. The speakers this year are Sam Thorpe (adults) and David Hollingsworth (children). Sam will be speaking on...
Lord, help me in walking with You through the day—Obeying Your Word that says, “Walk in My ways”;Quick to confess sin, then resume walking anew,Seeking to please You in what I say, think, and do. May I “walk in the Spirit” as I’m making each choice—Denying selfish...
“And beginning at Moses and all the Prophets, He expounded to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself.”Luke 24:27 Today, it is increasingly difficult to separate truth from fiction, distinguish facts from opinions, and discern what is news versus what...
A believer living in the Church Age might well ask, “What practical value is there in studying the five Jewish offerings of Leviticus?” The answer to this question is that we might grow in our appreciation of Christ whose person and work are symbolized in the...
The first offering mentioned is the burnt offering. The Hebrew word ‘ôlâh translated “burnt offering” means “to ascend.” The whole offering was to be completely burned up, with the ensuing smoke ascending to God as a sweet aroma. There had been burnt offerings earlier...
Leviticus 1-5 describe five Old Testament offerings observed by the nation of Israel. Each offering had a different purpose. Three of them - the burnt, meal, and peace offerings - were voluntary to express dedication and gratitude to God for His care and provision....
The main categories of offerings display Christ’s saving work on the sinner’s behalf. The first three offerings are characterized as a sweet-smelling savor to the Almighty. They emphasize the Father’s special appreciation of the Son, apart from a direct contemplation...