In the ancient world, sitting in ashes was the ultimate sign of ruin, grief, and helplessness. Ashes represent what is left after the fire has consumed everything of value. You cannot rebuild with ashes; they are light, messy, and easily blown away by the wind. When we experience loss, failure,...

Peter reminds us of who we are in Christ. We are chosen, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and God’s special possession. This identity comes with a purpose: to declare His praises. A priest represents God and serves Him. As believers, our lives should point people toward Christ through the...

We get the picture of 3 persons ascending the mountain: Moses, Aaron, and Eleazar. To pray? To sacrifice? Rather, to meet with God. A transfer of leadership was about to occur. Aaron shortly was to die and be gathered to his people. God was present to make sure the transfer...

Families are important to God because legacies are passed down to future generations, to those who will carry His name and their family name forward. We see this example in Aaron the High Priest and his sons. God specifically set apart the tribe of Levi to be brought near to...

Before Aaron ever stepped into his assignment, God set him apart. He was washed. He was clothed. He was consecrated. The garments he wore were not ordinary clothing. They were visible reminders that his life belonged to God. And there was something especially significant about the ephod. It was carefully...