Invitation to the Old Testament 05: Leviticus

LEVITICUS: 

LEVITICUS Rituals and Rules

Introduction: 

Introduction We can forge a logical link between the first three books of the Old Testament: ~ Genesis - Man is ruined. SIN ~ Exodus - Man is released / redeemed. SALVATION ~ Leviticus - Man is reunited in fellowship with God. SANCTIFICATION

Introduction: 

Introduction The contents of Leviticus were given at Mount Sinai after the tabernacle was completed (Exodus 40:26-33; Leviticus 1:1, 2a). This goes to show that God gives more light only after we've already obeyed the light we have. 3 types of law are found in Leviticus (as well as as in all the Pentateuch): 1. Civil Law 2. Ceremonial Law 3. Moral Law

Who wrote Leviticus?: 

Who wrote Leviticus? The author of Leviticus was Moses. (Compare Lev. 14:1-4 with Matt. 8:2-4)

Why did God give us Leviticus?: 

Why did God give us Leviticus? The purpose of Leviticus is to give instruction for holy living and worship (10:10; 11:44-45; 19:2; 20:24)

What is the primary message of Leviticus?: 

What is the primary message of Leviticus? The themes of Leviticus are… Holy/holiness – 150 references Priest – 189 references Blood – 86 references Sacrifice/atonement – 40 references each

What would an overview of Leviticus look like?: 

What would an overview of Leviticus look like? Sacrifice: The Way of Approach to God (1-16) Sanctification: The Way of Abiding with God (17-27)

5 Offerings: 

5 Offerings Burnt Offering Meal Offering Peace Offering Sin Offering Trespass Offering

7 Feasts / Holy Days: 

7 Feasts / Holy Days Sabbath Day Unleavened Bread First Fruits Weeks / Pentecost Trumpets Day of Atonement Tabernacles / Booths

2 Special Years: 

2 Special Years Sabbatical Year Year of Jubilee