by Terry Wane Benton<\/p>\n
In the Old Testament, only Levites of the family of Aaron could be priests in Israel. They served in duties pertaining to the tabernacle service in the midst of the camp. But that was all symbolic, pointing forward to what God really wanted in Christ. As His plan unfolded and we were provided entrance into Christ, every disciple is a priest.<\/p>\n
We wear the special white garments of righteousness, symbolized by the literal garments of the Levitical priests. We offer spiritual sacrifices (I Peter 2:5, 8, 9). Our altar is the cross of Christ, our laver is baptism initially, and confession after we get dirty again.<\/p>\n
Upon our cleansing and entry into the holy place, we have three jobs in our holy position:<\/p>\n
If you are a Christian, you are a priest, and these are your constant duties in God’s spiritual house. Check the oil in your spiritual light. Is it well supplied and burning bright? Check the spiritual bread for your soul. Is it fresh and always before you? Check your incense offerings before the great veil of the Most Holy Place of heaven. Are your prayers and good works ignited with sincere love of Christ?<\/p>\n
If we are careless like Nadab and Abihu, we too will be burned up (Leviticus 10). Are your garments clean? Have you prepared yourself to be right with God so that you can be the priest God wants you to be? Be holy, for that is what God is, and He will have nothing less than holiness in His people.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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