Leviticus 3

Leviticus 3 deals with the Peace Offering or the Fellowship Offering. This offering was to be made on top of the Burnt Offering. The Fellowship Offering was not to take the place of the Burnt Offering. Unlike the Burnt Offering which was to be offered completely to the Lord, the Fellowship Offering was a meal that was to be shared. God was offered the fat portions which in that day would be the choicest parts and the other consumed by the priests and worshiper.

There are several eternal truths that can be taken from this passage. First, Jesus has been sacrificed for our sins. Therefore, the whole offering has been paid for us. Therefore, we can have Fellowship with the Lord because of what Jesus has done. Our sacrifice to the Lord today is to give our best to Him. Some people think they are doing enough by giving clothes they no longer want to the poor. I even heard of some folks who send their used tea bags to missionaries. This is not giving our best to the Lord. Giving the Lord our best effort, and sacrificially giving our time, talent and treasure will bring a richer fellowship with Him.

“Lord, help us to give You our best and to enjoy Your fellowship today. I pray this in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.”