FISH - Scripture reflections
Leviticus 5-7 - Look for hidden diamonds in the middle of this list of rules and procedures. Dick Lincoln showed me one: 5:7 - If he cannot afford a lamb… God knows you and I can never pay for our failures and sins. So Jesus was provided as one for us!
And I know this may seem self serving, but… throughout these chapters it is reiterated that the priests have a right to share in the sacrifices. Churches should never make their ministers feel guilty for accepting a paycheck!! So much damage has been done through the years by churches wanting to low ball their ministers. If a minister isn’t working hard to serve the church, hold him or her accountable. If he is, then reward him as much as you can!
Psalm 39 - A great reminder not to sin, and to number your days - what will you do with the time God gives you?
Matthew 17:14-27 - God please give me mustard seed faith - faith that can move a mountain - not much is required!
Ever so often, I encounter a Christian who says believers shouldn’t pay taxes. Hogwash! Verses 24-27 show that Jesus did pay the Temple tax - the fee levied on all Jews to support the Temple. He did this even though he is the Son - the Temple belonged to Him! But so as not to give offense, he paid the tax. So should we.
Acts 24 - Felix’s famous postponement - When I find t convenient, I will send for you. Do we want God to work on our time table, or will we submit to His?
