Portions of Leviticus, Deuteronomy, and Numbers
Day 55 of my chronological study of the Bible with The Daily Bible® - In Chronological Order (NIV®) (available by purchase through Amazon - author F. LaGard Smith) focuses on how the Israelites are to set apart - holy. Moses' Laws outline how the Israelites are to remain pure and also how persons may be excluded from the congregation (allowed personal worship though). My commentary* indicates that "[t]hese seemingly harsh exclusions are undoubtedly aimed at denouncing and preventing the practices which cause them". My reading from today also focuses on those who may take the Nazirite Wow, and Vows of Dedication (of people and possessions).
*Smith, F. LaGard. The Daily Bible® - In Chronological Order (NIV®) . Harvest House Publishers. Kindle Edition.
We must remember that we all sin and in doing so separate ourselves from God but that Jesus Christ, through His death on the cross, gives us forgiveness of sin (if we ask) and reconciliation to God. Jesus never turns anyone away who asks to come to Him.
...for, Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Romans 10:13
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God who loves me and who died on the cross for me...so that I would have forgiveness of sins and victory over sin and death. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of such a gift! I sin daily...including neglecting my relationship with You. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost. Luke 19:10
Day 55 of my chronological study of the Bible with The Daily Bible® - In Chronological Order (NIV®) (available by purchase through Amazon - author F. LaGard Smith) focuses on how the Israelites are to set apart - holy. Moses' Laws outline how the Israelites are to remain pure and also how persons may be excluded from the congregation (allowed personal worship though). My commentary* indicates that "[t]hese seemingly harsh exclusions are undoubtedly aimed at denouncing and preventing the practices which cause them". My reading from today also focuses on those who may take the Nazirite Wow, and Vows of Dedication (of people and possessions).
*Smith, F. LaGard. The Daily Bible® - In Chronological Order (NIV®) . Harvest House Publishers. Kindle Edition.
We must remember that we all sin and in doing so separate ourselves from God but that Jesus Christ, through His death on the cross, gives us forgiveness of sin (if we ask) and reconciliation to God. Jesus never turns anyone away who asks to come to Him.
...for, Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Romans 10:13
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God who loves me and who died on the cross for me...so that I would have forgiveness of sins and victory over sin and death. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of such a gift! I sin daily...including neglecting my relationship with You. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
