Filter by Categories
The Offerings of Leviticus (Part Three): The Meal Offering
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe meal offering, as described in Leviticus 2:1, differs from the burnt offering by including fine flour, oil, and frankincense, symbolizing the fruit of the ground rather than the giving of life. This offering represents what we owe to man, in contrast to the burnt offering which signifies the surrender of our life to God. Both duties are essential and must be fulfilled together to be acceptable to Him. In Leviticus 2:9, the priest takes a memorial portion from the grain offering and burns it on the altar as an offering made by fire, a sweet aroma to the Lord. Like the burnt offering, it is a sweet savor to God, reflecting His satisfaction in the proper worship offered to Him. The meal offering, though not wholly burned on the altar, is completely consumed between the altar and the priests, indicating it is primarily intended for man, yet it remains an offering to the Lord. Frankincense in the meal offering contributes to God's satisfaction with its sweet fragrance, especially under the heat of trials, portraying a person's attitude during hardships endured in service to fellow man. Salt, required in every sacrifice, preserves and purifies, signifying endurance and faithfulness in our offerings. These elements underscore the importance of a proper attitude in service, ensuring that our offerings to man are ultimately pleasing to God.
Offerings (Part Six)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe sin offering was for sin in general deals with our evil nature, while the trespass offering deals with the fruits of that nature.
It is Done! The Perfect Peace of God
Sermon by Mark SchindlerIn the peace offering, Christ is the priest, offeror, and offering. Since all parties share the peace offering as a meal, it exemplifies a peaceful communion.
Offerings (Part One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe burnt offering shows Christ giving Himself completely to God as God's portion. It represents a life fully devoted to God, which is what truly satisfies Him.
Offerings (Part Five)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughWe give peace offerings today through living sacrifice, keeping God's law out of love and to glorify Him rather than just to perform duty.
The Offerings of Leviticus (Part Five): The Peace Offering, Sacrifice, and Love
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe peace offering teaches many things, but one of its main symbols is fellowship. Our communion with the Father and the Son obligates us to pursue peace.
The Sacrifices of Leviticus (Part 5)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe meal offering represents the intense self-sacrifice required in service to man. Our service to man must be done for God's sake rather than man's appreciation.
Acts (Part Sixteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughWe must always conduct ourselves with the long-term spiritual interests of others in mind, being sensitive to the conscience and scruples of others.