The Peace Offering Leviticus 3:1-17; 7:11-36

The Relationship Between the Testaments Hebrews 10:12 “But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins” 1 Corinthians 10:11 "Now these things happened to them as an example, but they were written down for our instruction, on whom the end of the ages has come." Jesus, fulfillment, types, hope

A Comparison of the Offerings The burnt offering: wrath John 3:36 “Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him.” The grain offering: tribute John 6:35 “Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.’”

A Comparison of the Offerings The sin offering: cleansing 1 John 1:7 “the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.” The trespass offering: restitution Colossians 2:13 “And you, who were dead in your trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made alive together with him, having forgiven us all our trespasses” The peace offering

The Purpose of the Peace Offering Thanksgiving Leviticus 7:12 “If he offers it for a thanksgiving.” A vow offering A freewill offering Leviticus 7:16 “But if the sacrifice of his offering is a vow offering or a freewill offering”

The Procedure for the Guilt Offering Optional sacrifice Could bring cattle, sheep or goats Without blemish Lay hands on it Sprinkle blood Burn the fat, kidneys Eat the rest No fat or blood eaten Not a part of the daily ritual – offered during the Feast of Weeks 6

The Meaning for us Today Jesus Christ is our peace offering Romans 5:1 “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Colossians 1:20 “and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.”

The Meaning for us Today John 12:14-15 “And Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it, just as it is written, ‘Fear not, daughter of Zion; behold, your king is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt!’”

The Meaning for us Today Thanksgiving is still a vital part of the Christian life Hebrews 13:15 “Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you”

The Meaning for us Today There is still something about a shared meal! John 13:18 “I am not speaking of all of you; I know whom I have chosen. But the Scripture will be fulfilled, ‘He who ate my bread has lifted his heel against me.’” It should bring the mind two other special meals The Lord’s Supper

The Meaning for us Today Luke 22:19-20 “And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, ‘This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, ‘This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.’” The Wedding Supper

The Meaning for us Today Revelation 19:7-9 “‘Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready; it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure’— for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints. And the angel said to me, ‘Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.’ And he said to me, ‘These are the true words of God.’”