Thoughts on the readings for February 18th (Exodus 29, Psalms 85, 86, Mark 14)

Exodus 29 outlines the consecration of the priests. The early verses describe the offerings that were required when the priests were consecrated. Verses 5-9 point out that Aaron and his sons were to be dressed in their holy robes of office for their induction into their roles. Verses 10-14 indicate that the priests were to place their hands upon the bull to be slain, as a sin offering. This was in effect an acknowledgment on their part of unworthiness and an acceptance of their need for blood to atone for their sins. These verses show the application of the blood involved in their consecration. Next the ram of consecration was to be offered as a burnt offering. Verses 19-21 cover the second ram, which was for an offering of dedication. The blood of this ram was to be placed on the ear lobes, on the thumbs and the big toes of the priests’ right foot. This spoke of their ears being open to God’s Word; their hands being dedicated to their Sovereign’s work; and their walk as faithful followers of the LORD their God. Verses 22-24 tell of wave offerings, which spoke of their service as Yahweh’s representatives. The remainder of the chapter deals with other aspects of their ordination and that this process would apply perpetually to the priesthood. The process of their consecration lasted for seven days. The priests were to be holy men acting in the service of God. Slowly read the last three verses of this chapter and ponder its meaning for you.cont https://christadelphianvideo.org/thoughts-on-the-readings-for-february-18th-exodus-29-psalms-85-86-mark-14/