By Pastor Jason Lim
Leviticus is like Cinderella, the forgotten sister of the Bible. Many people avoid it, thinking it is incomprehensible, irrelevant and weird.
So many are familiar with Genesis and Exodus, but will conveniently skip Leviticus. And I think it is a pity.
God has declared that all His Word is profitable (2Ti 3:16), and is written for our instruction and hope (Rom 15:4).
A Jewish child growing up in the Yeshiva actually reads Leviticus as his or her first book.
So, what is Leviticus all about?
1. A Purpose.
Leviticus is a book about "drawing near to God". It is relevant for the seeker, the backslider or the follower.
2. A Problem.
Leviticus reminds us that God is holy, but we are not. We are thus separated from God.
3. A Provision.
Enter Leviticus! It presents the priestly services to ceremonially cleanse and purify God's people, that man can approach God.
4. A Portrayal.
But the Levitical priesthood is not the ultimate thing- for it cannot cleanse man of their sins. It is a copy of heavenly things. It points us to Jesus, who alone is the Lamb and our Great High Priest who can save us.
Find out more in this sermon, and develop a gospel-centered lens to learn from this rich book! May you draw near to God in 2024!
