Leviticus 6

The beginning of the chapter concludes the instructions for the trespass offering. The rest of the chapter contains various instructions as to how the offerings should be conducted. If the instructions weren’t followed, the sacrifice was ineffective and the offender was punished (7:18, 20-21).

Some highlights: (1) the fire was kept going at all times, (2) the burnt offering was offered in the morning and evening, (3) the grain offering helped provide for the priests, (4) unless it was given by a priest (then it was completely burned), and (5) some of the meat from the sin offerings was also consumed by the priests.

The ongoing fire speaks to the ongoing nature of the sacrificial system. Aren’t we glad that we have Jesus?!?!

Hebrews 10:10 (WEB) “by which will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.”

Thought for the day: The trespass offering dealt with trespasses against God and man, and detailed the restitution that needed to be made. Are there any relationships in your life that you need to attempt to restore?

Matthew 5:23-34 (WEB) “If therefore you are offering your gift at the altar, and there remember that your brother has anything against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.”