Like the recent coronation of King Charles III, the instalment of Aaron as priest was meant to be a glorious occasion in the life of Israel - until tragedy strikes. But are we also presumptuous before God, as if we can approach him on our terms? And if God burns with fiery holiness, what hope is there for sinners like us to enter his presence? Join us as we consider “The Perfect Priest We Need” from Leviticus 8-10.
Introduction: A Grand Occasion
Context
Big Idea: We need a perfect priest to experience God’s presence and blessing
1. The Ordination of Aaron and his Sons as Priests (Leviticus 8)
a. Pre-Planned (Exodus 28-29)
b. Public (1-4)
c. Properly Dressed and Anointed (5-13)
d. Payment For Sin (14-30)
e. Set apart for God (31-36)
2. Aaron’s First Offerings Accepted (Leviticus 9)
a. Significance (1-6)
b. Obedience (7-21)
c. Blessing & Glory (22-24)
3. The Death of Nadab and Abihu (Chapter 10)
a. Unauthorized Fire & The Fire Of Judgement (1-3)
b. Disposing of the “Sin Offering” (4-7)
c. Upholding God’s holiness (8-11)
d. Ensuring Obedience (12-20)
Conclusion: How does it apply to us?
a. Jesus has been installed as our perfectly obedient priest (Hebrews 4:14-16; 7:26-28)
b. Jesus has been installed as priest forever of a greater order (Hebrews 5:8-10; 7:1-3)
c. Jesus has been installed as priest to enable God’s glory to be seen (John 1:14)
d. As God’s priests, we should pursue holiness and obedience (1 Pet. 2:9-12;1 Cor. 6:9-10; 1 Thess. 4:3-8)
This sermon was preached at Cross & Crown, Penang on 11th June, 2023.
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