by Zeke Flores<\/p>\n
“Command the sons of Israel that they bring you clear oil … to make a lamp burn continually<\/em>” (Leviticus 24:2).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The lamp in the tabernacle was to burn continually. It symbolized God’s presence and Israel’s ongoing worship. The people supplied the oil, and the priests kept the flame alive.<\/p>\n
There’s a picture here for us. God’s presence is constant, but our awareness of Him needs tending. Our spiritual flame doesn’t stay bright by accident. It grows through small, steady choices: prayer, Scripture, gratitude, and obedience. You don’t need dramatic moments to stay close to God; you just need consistency. A little oil each day.<\/p>\n
If your spiritual flame feels dim, don’t be discouraged. Just add oil. One prayer. One verse. One moment of worship. Over time, the flame grows again.<\/p>\n
God isn’t asking for perfection; He’s asking for present persistence.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
by Zeke Flores “Command the sons of Israel that they bring you clear oil … to make a lamp burn continually” (Leviticus 24:2). The lamp in the tabernacle was to burn continually. It symbolized God’s presence and Israel’s ongoing worship. The people supplied the oil, and the priests kept the flame alive. 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