“The Greater Inheritance”
“But to the
tribe of Levi Moses had given no inheritance; the Lord God of Israel was their inheritance, as He had said
to them.” (v.33)
As we read
through chapter 13 and the description of the land Moses had allotted to the
tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh, we're twice reminded of what Moses
didn't assign, land to the tribe of Levi.
The Levites
did receive the right to portions of the burnt offerings from the other tribes
given to God (v.14). This practice reminded the Levites (and the rest of Israel)
that God provided for their sustenance. Then in Verse 33 it states, “the
Lord Himself is the inheritance of Levi” - far better than the material, which
is fleeting at best. The Levites now had an enduring, intimate
connection to God that could not be invaded or stolen which is greatest inheritance of all!
The Levites weren't missing out on
an added bonus—knowing God is a reward in itself. If your focus has shifted to
stuff, turn your attention to the blessings of your inheritance in Christ Jesus.
The Truth
“Blessed be
the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant
mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus
Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and
that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you.” (1 Peter 1:3-4)
