Leviticus Chapter 8: Verse 36 – NLT Version
So Aaron and his sons did everything the LORD had commanded through Moses.
Leviticus Chapter 6 documents the ordination of the priests. God had given Moses very specific, detailed instructions, and throughout the chapter the paragraphs end with the words, “…as the LORD commanded Moses. The chapter concludes with the record that Aaron and His sons did everything that the LORD had commanded through Moses.
When things are complex, difficult, or require us to make an effort, it can be tempting to see if there’s a shortcut, or an easier alternative. When we buy a new piece of equipment, it’s easy to want to skip the instruction manual and then get stuck in. But when we follow the instructions fully we get to know the equipment and we are also able to use it properly and to the best effect.
God gives us instructions for good reason, and that’s why its important that we follow them completely, and not just the ones we like, or the ones we find easy. We might not understand the reasons why, but we need to trust that God knows what He is doing and be obedient.
Dear Lord,
Help me remember that there is always a reason for all Your instructions. May I be like Moses and do all that You ask, in the way that You tell me to, knowing that it will be for my good or the good of others, but also bring You glory.
I pray in Jesus’ Name. Amen.