“Worship The Lord”
This
chapter is about worshiping the Lord through giving back to Him. In it, we see
the children of Israel rejoicing in what God had given them by bringing the
first fruits of their increase to the chief priest. (v.1-2)
When God’s
people brought their offerings to the chief priest, they were to make public
declarations of God’s faithfulness. The two statements focus on concrete
examples of God’s care for His people. They served as reminders to Israel of
God’s call, His concern for them during their suffering, and of their ultimate
deliverance by His powerful hand. (v.3-10)
Every
Christian has been brought out of there own Egypt and set free from the slavery
of sin. Similarly, we need to show our gratitude in both word and deed –
testifying of His deliverance and provision in our lives. Having been so
blessed, should we not return the blessing through giving back and joyfully
declaring what God has done for us? Absolutely!
The Truth
“Give, and it will be given to
you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put
into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured
back to you.” (Luke 6:38)
