Leviticus 27:16-34
Let us leave the Lord to appreciate and to esteem what others do! But let us not get pre-occupied in looking for the approbation of those around us; let us not expect more from men than was accorded to Him who was "priced by them" at only thirty pieces of silver (Zechariah 11:12-13). Rather let us study to be presented as "approved unto God" (2 Timothy 2:15).
We have considered the priest and his function in this book of Leviticus of which we are now coming to the end of the study – a study sometimes rather arduous, but one which has allowed us to turn our attention to Jesus, our High Priest! And we have been able to recognise His involvement in every department of the life of His people. For salvation He has entered into the holy place by His own blood, having obtained eternal redemption. For daily walk He takes care to keep us free from all uncleanness. Finally for service He is, in our chapter, the One who appreciates everything at its true value! Alas! there are some Christians who are ready to receive salvation but afterwards prefer that the Lord should not concern Himself with their affairs. It will perhaps be necessary for these to pass through sad experiences, like those we read of in ch. 26, until their affections are aroused. May the Lord give us complete trust in His Person and in His work!