God gives instructions on how...

God gives instructions on how to make cleansing, water. The ingredientsdisplay red, symbolizing life in the blood. The animal is sacrificed outsidethe Israelite camp with its blood also burned. The ashes are then to bemixed with water to be sprinkled on those who have become ceremoniallyunclean through contact with a dead body.  - P40

This passage reflects the importance of physical and ritual cleanliness before God, but it also foreshadowsChrist‘s sacrificial death on our behalf so that we might become clean.  - P40

Likethe red heifer, Christ is without defect, perfect and sinless. It is the sacrificeof His blood that cleanses us of our sin.  - P40

Just as the priest sprinkled bloodtoward the tabernacle to cleanse the people, we have Jesus as our GreatHigh Priest who cleanses our hearts, granting us access to our holy God. - P40

Dear Jesus, You are the living water that cleanses us from sin.  - P41

We want toencourage others to come and receive Your forgiveness. Give us the courageand opportunities to be faithful witnesses. In Your name, amen. - P41

God gives Moses purification laws for those defiled through contact with acorpse. Anyone touching a dead body is unclean for seven days and must besprinkled with the water of cleansing.  - P42

Failure to perform this cleansing riteresults in exclusion from the community,  - P43

Matthew 15:18-20 NLT
[18] But the words you speak come from the heart—that’s what defiles you. [19] For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander. [20] These are what defile you. Eating with unwashed hands will never defile you." - P45

While the saying can be used to promote good sanitary practices, the concept of being clean is also a crucial aspect of the Christian life. More significant than physical cleanliness, being spiritually clean begs the two-partquestion: what makes you clean and unclean? Addressing the latter, whatmakes a person unclean is found in his or her own heart.  - P45

We can believeourselves to be generally good people, but the dark plague of sin can infectour inner being. Murder, sexual immorality, adultery, and deception arejust a few examples Jesus Christ gives of how spiritually unwell we can be(Matt. 15:18-20).

- P45

If we are all unclean because ofSin, then we must know how we can become clean. God makes clear that no number of good words, deeds,
or thoughts alone can wash away the filth we are covered in.  - P45

Our limitedactions cannot cleanse and purify us. Instead, the Bible says that those whoput their faith in Jesus are washed by His blood. Jesus makes us clean. Letus look to Him and rely on His righteousness to purify us. - P45

21˝I give to the Levites all ...

21"I give to the Levites all the tithes in Israel as their inheritance in return for the work they do while serving at the tent of meeting.

22From now on the Israelites must not go near the tent of meeting, or they will bear the consequences of their sin and will die.

- P32

25The Lord said to Moses,

26"Speak to the Levites and say to them: ‘When you receive from the Israelites the tithe I give you as your inheritance, you must present a tenth of that tithe as the Lord’s offering.
- P32

29You must present as the Lord’s portion the best and holiest part of everything given to you.’ - P29

32By presenting the best part of it you will not be guilty in this matter; then you will not defile the holy offerings of the Israelites, and you will not die.’" - P33

The Israelites are no longer allowed to go near the tent of meeting because of their sinful rebellion, and the Levites bear the immense responsibility of not only doing the work at the tent of meeting but also dealing with any offenses they might commit in that holy place. - P34

God tells Aaron that, for generations, the Levites will be different from the other tribes, receiving their inheritance from the tithes given by the people rather than in the form of land. - P34

We see both God’s care for His people and the use of tithing to provide for His servants. May we be good stewards of all He has given us, contributing to the blessing and provision of those who faithfully serve His household. - P34

The principle of tithing is explained in God‘s instructions for the Levites. They receive out of the tithe offerings from the people, but from thistithe, the Levites are also instructed to give one tenth-the best and holiestpart-as an offering to the Lord.  - P34

They should choose the best and holiestpart because God deserves the best that they can give. Even the Levites,
whose wages come from others, are expected to give from what they havereceived.  - P34

Out of the money, time, and resources that are given to us, we areto give a portion back to God as an offering. In this way, we acknowledgeHis blessings and support the work of service to Him. - P34

Heavenly Father, thank you for reminding me of the importance of giving. Help me to avoid selfishness and maintain a grateful heart so that I may always give my best back to You. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P34

God instructs Moses and Aaron about the making of the water of cleansing.
A red heifer without blemish is slaughtered outside the camp, its blood sprin-kled toward the front of the tent of meeting. The heifer is burned entirely, withcedarwood; hyssop, and scarlet wool added. Its ashes are mixed with waterfor purifying those defiled by contact with death. - P39

The Kingdom of Eswatini is one of Africa‘s smallest nations. Sadly, it is also one of the poorestcountries in the world. The high infection rates of HIV/AIDS have resulted in a large number oforphans, many of whom are malnourished, stuck in prostitution, and extremely impoverished.
While the majority of the population identify as Christian, many churchgoers practice Zionism, amix of ancestor worship and Christian beliefs.
Prayer Points-Pray for breakthrough in the HIV/AIDS epidemic so families can find physical healing.
- Praise God for believers who have a heart to share the gospel with those who are suffering. - P40

[오늘의 한문장] 하나님의 시선

중보 기도는 하나님과 나 사이에서 누군가의 문제를들고 나갈 때, 주님이 그 사람에게 역사하신다는 믿음에서 출발합니다.  - P147

올바른 중보 기도는 하나님과 그분이 하시는 일을 전적으로 신뢰하고, 모든 일을 맡기는 것입니다. 중보 기도는 단지 중보하는 것입니다. 우리가 좌지우지하는 것이 아닙니다.
한줄노트 하나님을 전적으로 신뢰하지 않으면 온전한 중보 기도를 할 수 없습니다. - P147

 "하나님과의 일치가 중보 기도의 열쇠입니다. 주님과 일치되기를거절하는 이유는 죄 때문이라기보다 다른 사람들을 향한 동정심 때문입니다."  - P147

Hebrews 10:19 NLT
[19] And so, dear brothers and sisters, we can boldly enter heaven’s Most Holy Place because of the blood of Jesus. - P148

우리 신앙의 출발점은 죄를 고백하고 용서받는 것입니다. 그런데 우리 속에 있는 선하고 덕스러운것을 바라보면서 회개의 필요성을 느끼지 못한다면 그것이 바로 ‘영적 완고함입니다. 이 영적 완고함은 죄가 아닌 선한 마음으로부터 올 수도 있습니다.
- P148

영적 완고함은 우리를 영적 무관심으로 인도하고, 곧 영적 나태함에 이르게 합니다. "다른 사람을 향한 하나님의 관심과 우리의 관심이 일치되지 않습니다. 하나님을 못마땅하게 여기고 자신의 생각을 고집합니다." 챔버스는 하나님의 뜻과무관한 기도는 결국 남을 불쌍히 여기는 자신의 인격만 돋보이게 할 뿐이라고말합니다.  - P148

기도는 나의 의도대로 이루어지기를 요구하는 것이 아닙니다. 하나님의 뜻이 이루어지기를 구하는 가운데 나의 뜻과 관심이 하나님과 일치되는 것입니다. - P148

 그리스도인이 되는 것은 우리관심과 삶의 방식이 하나님과 동일해지는 것을 의미합니다. 아무리 기도의 분량이 많아져도 근본적인 관심이 변하지 않으면 여전히 세상의 삶에 머물 수밖에없습니다. 기도의 양이 많다고 해서 하나님과의 관계가 좋다고 착각해서는 안됩니다.
- P147

 영적 완고함을 벗어난 진정한 대리적 중보 기도를 위해 주님과 일치된 관심을 가지고 있는지 스스로를 점검하십시오.

한줄노트 진정한 중보 기도는 동정심이 아니라 하나님의 마음과 생각으로 하는 것입니다. - P148

1The Lord said to Aaron, ˝You...

1The Lord said to Aaron, "You, your sons and your family are to bear the responsibility for offenses connected with the sanctuary, and you and your sons alone are to bear the responsibility for offenses connected with the priesthood. - P26

8Then the Lord said to Aaron, "I myself have put you in charge of the offerings presented to me; all the holy offerings the Israelites give me I give to you and your sons as your portion, your perpetual share.

9You are to have the part of the most holy offerings that is kept from the fire. From all the gifts they bring me as most holy offerings, whether grain or sin or guilt offerings, that part belongs to you and your sons.

10Eat it as something most holy; every male shall eat it. You must regard it as holy.

- P27

14"Everything in Israel that is devoted to the Lord is yours.

15The first offspring of every womb, both human and animal, that is offered to the Lord is yours. But you must redeem every firstborn son and every firstborn male of unclean animals.

- P28

19Whatever is set aside from the holy offerings the Israelites present to the Lord I give to you and your sons and daughters as your perpetual share. It is an everlasting covenant of salt before the Lord for both you and your offspring."

20The Lord said to Aaron, "You will have no inheritance in their land, nor will you have any share among them; I am your share and your inheritance among the Israelites.

- P29

God gives Aaron, the priests, and the Levites specific responsibilities for how to lead the people and serve Him in worship. The Levites join in the care of the tent of meeting, but only Aaron and his sons can serve as priests at the altar and inside the curtain because elaborate cleansing rituals are necessary to stand in the presence of the holy God. - P30

Today, we can freely approach the Lord because Christ shed His blood as the ultimate cleansing sacrifice. However, this does not mean that we should approach God without any care or consideration. - P30

We must take worship seriously because God is holy, and it is an immense privilege to stand and worship in His presence. - P30

Because Aaron and his sons have a special role among the Israelites, they do not receive an inheritance like everyone else. God defines Himself as their share and their inheritance, but this does not mean that they will not receive any tangible blessings. God grants them a portion of the offerings that the Israelites bring for Him, including the finest olive oil and the firstfruits of the harvest. - P30

God cares about the needs of those who lead in worship. Full-time ministers should be taken care of so that they can dedicate their time in service to God and His people. - P30

God knows the needs of His people, and He ensures that we all contribute to providing for one another. - P30

When we see God giving the firstfruits the best offerings to Aaron andthe Levites, we see that giving is an act of love that dignifies rather thandemeans the receiver. Those who lead others in serving God are called tomaintain a life of holiness and dedication to Him, and they receive gifts inaccordance with that calling.
- P31

Today, I am truly grateful for all that our missionary family received inthose years. Many churches and individuals generously gave their time andresources as an offering to God, and I learned that, when you depend uponthe Lord, He will provide for your needs.  - P31

May we recognize that providingfor the needs of those who are called to serve in full-time ministry is anopportunity to show the love of Jesus to those who faithfully lead us. - P31

Dear Lord, sometimes it is hard to give what I know You deserve to receive. Help me to see all of my possessions and resources as gifts to steward, and use them to serve You and bless others. In Your name, amen. - P31

God assigns Israel‘s tithes to the Levites as payment for their service in thetabernacle. The Levites are instructed to give a tenth of the tithes they receiveto the high priest as an offering.  - P33

These tithes are the Lord‘s portion and theLevites may freely use the rest of their wages. - P33

"You must present as the LORD‘s portion the best and holiest part of everythinggiven to you."- Numbers 18:29
Praise Praise God for His generosity and His eagerness to give good gifts to His children.

Confession Examine your heart to see if there is any reluctance to give God the best of whatyou have. Confess it and receive His forgiveness. - P35

하나님을 바라보기 때문에 인내할 수 있습니다. 우리는...

하나님을 바라보기 때문에 인내할 수 있습니다. 우리는 현실속에서 하나님을 바라보고 인내하면서 우리에게 주어진 일들을 수행합니다. 사탄은 늘 우리에게 지름길을 택하라고 말합니다. 그러나 하나님은 아무 말씀도 하지 않으십니다. 그때가 바로 안내를 위한 열정이 필요한 순간임을 기억하십시오 - P146

우리의 비전은 감정적 뜨거움이 아닙니다. 비전은의지의 중심‘에서 올바른 결정을 내릴 때 비로소 가능합니다. 우리의 본성이 아난 하나님께로부터 오는 이 의지가 우리를 인내로 이끕니다.  - P146

하지만 하나님의 비전을 본 뒤에는 기다리기로 작정합니다. 앞으로 임할 하나님 나라를 바라보며 인내하고 기대합니다. 또한 영적자만에 빠졌을 때에도 우리는 인내하지 못합니다. 이미 충분하다는, 이 정도면. 거룩하다는 착각이 우리를 멸망으로 인도합니다.  - P146

참된 비전은 인내를 통해 우리한계를 초월하는 능력입니다. 비전과 인내는 아주 중요한 짝을 이릅니다. "하나님을 바라봄으로 영감을 얻으십시오. 우리는 지금까지 경험한 것 이상의 것을 얻어야 합니다.  - P146

영적으로 느슨해지는 것을 주의하십시오." 우리가 충분히 하나님을기다릴 때, 그분이 우리의 영혼을 온전히 다스리시게 됩니다(찰스 스윈돌,지혜) - P146

Philippians 3:12 NLT
[12] I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. - P146

중보 기도는 하나님과 나 사이에서 누군가의 문제를들고 나갈 때, 주님이 그 사람에게 역사하신다는 믿음에서 출발합니다. 중보 기도를 하다 보면, 기도의 대상자들이 우리 생각보다 더 많은 대가를 치르고 있음을 볼 때가 있습니다. 그때 우리에게 그들을 불쌍히 여기는 마음이 들고, 그 마음으로 인해 하나님이 하시는 일에 간섭하기 시작합니다. 이때 우리는 "그 사람을향한 하나님의 관심과 일치되지 못하고 오히려 그들에게 연민을 느낍니다." 그러나 연민은 하나님이 일하시는 방식을 신뢰하지 못해 일어난 감정입니다.  - P147

 올바른 중보 기도는 하나님과 그분이 하시는 일을 전적으로 신뢰하고, 모든 일을 맡기는 것입니다. 중보 기도는 단지 중보하는 것입니다. 우리가 좌지우지하는 것이 아닙니다.

한줄노트 하나님을 전적으로 신뢰하지 않으면 온전한 중보 기도를 할 수 없습니다. - P147

"하나님과의 일치가 중보 기도의 열쇠입니다. 주님과 일치되기를거절하는 이유는 죄 때문이라기보다 다른 사람들을 향한 동정심 때문입니다." 나의 얄팍한 동정심이 하나님이 하시고자 하는 일을 막으려 한다면, 하나님과의 관계가 온전할 수 없습니다. 
- P147

한줄노트 누군가를 향한 연민으로 시작한 중보 기도가 ‘자기 연민‘에 빠지지 않기 위해서는 전적으로하나님을 신뢰해야 합니다. - P147

Ephesians 6:18 NLT
[18] Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.
- P147