The children of Israel, once they came into the promised land, were instructed by God to bring some of the first of their produce to the temple and give God glory for bringing them into the promised land. The priests would but the basket of produce before the altar, and then the person offering the … Continue reading Firstfruits and Tithes (Deuteronomy 26:1 – 15)
Clean and Unclean; Tithing (Deuteronomy 14:3 – 29)
Two principles are discussed here in this chapter. First, the idea of clean and unclean animals is discussed. God makes clear discinction between what is clean and unclean and the distinction may seem arbitrary to some. However, it is quite possible that the restrictions are related to health. For instance, pork is prohibited, along with … Continue reading Clean and Unclean; Tithing (Deuteronomy 14:3 – 29)
Turmoil, Tithing, and Timing (Genesis 14:18-15:21)
Three things are addressed in this passage: the end of a turmoil with the area kings in which Abram had to do battle to save Lot and his family, the giving of a tithe to Melchizedek in honor of God's blessings, and the explanation of God's timing in Abram's life with additional prophetic indicators for … Continue reading Turmoil, Tithing, and Timing (Genesis 14:18-15:21)
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