Leviticus 20:1-22:33

The Lord gives instructions to Moses on how the people are to conduct themselves.  They are not to sacrifice their children to the gods nor are they to allow other peoples children to be sacrificed.  They are not to engage in a variety of sexual activities, and they are to follow the the laws and regulations of the Lord.  The Lord then leaves instructions for the priests and for Aaron specifically.  Finally, God gives instructions on what sacrifices are acceptable

This section begins with God’s admonition against the sacrifice of children and ends with the requirement that all sacrifices to the Lord be of the peoples best possessions.  What are some ways that we, in our society, can sacrifice our children to other gods?  Do we raise our children with the idea that God is our first priority or do we sacrifice our time at the alter of sports, or music, or drama?  Do we teach our children to take the time to pray and read the Bible or do we let them worship at the alter of technology?  Do we try to live vicariously through our children and expect them to pay us back at some point?  Do we spend time with our children or do we sacrifice them at the alter of our success?

What are some ways that we fail to sacrifice our best to God?   Does prayer and Bible study get a prominent spot in our day or do we push it off to the corners?  Is God the first person you turn to when trouble comes about or do you sacrifice to the wisdom of your friends?

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