Blessed Promises
Read Leviticus 26:3-4
Today’s Truth
What a beautiful passage! What a beautiful array of promises. When he asked them to observe his commandments he wasn't referring to the Ten Commandments alone. He knew that fallen human nature, with its inbuilt tendency to self-sufficiency, would never be able to keep them. He meant not only the Ten Commandments but all the provisions for redemption which were provided with them — the offerings, the sacrifices, the cleansings, the healings, and all the other provisions which point to Jesus Christ. In other words, If you walk before me, he said, using the provision which I have made available to you to deal with the sin and rebellion of your heart, then these blessings will be yours.”
Discussion Questions
- How does God's promise of blessing for obedience encourage you in your spiritual journey?
- How does this passage highlight the importance of personal and communal responsibility in obeying God's commandments?
- How does this passage illustrate God's justice and mercy?
Application
The beautiful physical promises God makes have a six-fold spiritual counterpart to us in the Lord Jesus Christ who is our Life. Are we claiming them by faith in Him, for His glory, and also for our Joy?
