Read Leviticus 23 in the CSB Bible.

Don't skim through this chapter thinking there's nothing for us as Christians in it. Certainly, this is the basis of their cultural events, and they mark significant events in their history, but they are also prophecy, and a field of rich study for us to understand what's in the future. 

Read Leviticus 24 in the CSB Bible.

There's a lot in this chapter. I want to talk about the anointing oil though and how it obviously relates to us as Christians. 

Read Leviticus 25 in the CSB Bible.

The brilliance and wisdom of God is on full display in this chapter as He's laying out the system of rest and reset for not just the people, but also the land. 

Read Leviticus 26 in the CSB Bible.

There's a brief synopsis of the history of Israel in this chapter, although it's given in advance. What an encouragement for us to live in the full blessing given to us through Jesus. 

Read Leviticus 27 in the CSB Bible.

This, to me, is a chapter guarding against forward-sliding. This is the opposite of backsliding... check it out... 

Read Numbers 1 in the CSB Bible.

So, here's the question for today. Why is this book called Numbers? I'll bet you can guess why. But, here's the thing, the name is deceptive, because that's not what it's about...

Read Numbers 2 in the CSB Bible online.

These instructions are interesting and many people have drawn out what the Lord is describing and say that it resembles a cross. 

Read Numbers 3 in the CSB Bible online.

Over and over in this chapter God refers to the firstborn and it's good to consider his legal claim to the firstborn and how that relates to us as Christians. 

Read Numbers 4 in the CSB Bible online.

The wisdom of God is on display in these instructions. He's choosing families for these various responsibilities. It's economic, efficient and strengthens the family bonds. Brilliant! 

Read Numbers 5 in the CSB Bible online.

It is a strange procedure where a suspected unfaithful spouse would have to drink this potion before the priest to reveal her guilt. It's so different from the way we think nature works, but maybe there is a connection between the microbiome and the spiritual realm.