BIBLE STUDY FOR PASTOR 19/3/2026.
WEEKLY TOPIC: IN JESUS THERE IS TRUE RECONCILIATION
LESSONS
Ps. 69:6-11
Lev. 14: 21-32
Heb. 9:11-22
Shalom servants of God, let me begin by thanking all those who have led us in previous Bible studies to increase our breadth of knowledge
INTRODUCTION
In today’s Bible study I warmly invite you to analyze the lessons of the 2nd Lord’s Day before Easter
(Judica- judge me with mercy)
– In Jesus There is true reconciliation
JUDICA – It is a word derived from the root word hukm (judgment) meaning to give a fair decision, to interpret fairly and is used in the context of a court, a competition or the interpretation of scriptures with great emphasis on giving a fair decision or interpreting something correctly.
Therefore: The word Judika takes the meaning of judging righteously, interpreting accurately, giving a true decision, or giving someone what they deserve.
JUDIKA- JUDGE ME RIGHTLY
– It is a commitment to be honest, acknowledging that God’s judgment is true and just unlike human judgments that are full of favoritism
– It is purifying oneself before God, showing faith in God that He is the one who knows the human heart and recognizes it accurately and is the final judge
– It is a prayer to seek justice, protection and proof of purity of heart before God
For example Psalm 7: 8
“The Lord will judge the nations, O Lord, judge me, according to my righteousness, according to my integrity.”
*Psalm 26:1*
” O Lord, judge me, for I have walked in my integrity, who has trusted in the Lord without fear”
Therefore this stands as a prayer to seek justice, protection and proof of purity of heart before God.
*PSALM 69:6-11*
The Psalms are one of the books in the Old Testament with a total of 150 chapters that collected prayers, praises, thanksgivings, laments and wise teachings that provide guidance on how man can talk to God in all situations. This book of Psalms was written by different people, many of whom were Levites and priests who served in the temple, involving music and worship. Of the 150 Psalms, David wrote Psalm 73. Solomon wrote Psalms 72, 127, Moses Psalm 90, Asaph wrote Psalms 12 (50, 73-83), the sons of Korah Psalm 11 (42, 44-49, 84,85,87,88), Heman Psalm 88 and Psalm 50, author unknown
*MAIN PURPOSE OF THE PSALM*
Praise God. Express the power and glory of God. Example Ps. 8, 19, 159 are widely used in worship and praise services.
-To offer prayers and thanksgiving to God. Example Ps. 130, 116.
-To express lamentation. Psalms that express sorrow, weeping and prayers for help in the midst of suffering. Example Ps. 13, 69
-To express repentance. To confess sins and ask for forgiveness. Example Ps. 51, 32, 130 and are widely used in Lent
-To teach about wisdom. Example Ps. 1, 37, 119, teach about righteous living, the difference between the righteous and the wicked.
*Psalm 69: 6-11*
It is part of the Psalm of lamentations, David cries out to God in the midst of the shame, the mockery he experienced because of his faithfulness to God and caused him to be despised by society, rejected by his family, to bear the blame and to be mocked because of his humility. Despite all that, he still remained faithful and cried out to God. So in verses 6-9, we see the following:
1. David sees or fears that his suffering will be a stumbling block to those who seek God. (Indeed, one person’s suffering can affect the faith of others, so David decides to cry out to God)
2. David offers to bear the blame and disgrace for God’s sake (Indeed, there are times when we can be despised by the world just because of our loyalty to God)
3. David feels rejected and an outsider among his brothers.
David decides to sacrifice himself for the House of God even with contempt. ( whereas spiritual suffering can bring loneliness and rejection even from family.
*THUS,*
Even we can encounter a state of contempt because of our faithfulness to God.
David asks for God’s mercy so that his suffering will not be a stumbling block to others, but to show His mercy
*LAW. 14:21-32*
The Book of Leviticus is the third book in the Old Testament. Church tradition and scholars say that its author is Moses because it directly explains the law he received from God. This book explains the procedures for approaching God as administered by the tribe of Levi. The tribe of Levi was chosen by God to oversee worship.
*CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PRIESTS*
I. They were chosen and set apart by God for the service of worship (Numbers 1:50)
2. They needed to maintain spiritual and physical purity (staying holy) Leviticus 19:2; 21:6
3. They taught the Law to guide the people in holiness (Deut.33:40)
4. They were the bridge between God and the administration of atonement. They were responsible for offering all the sacrifices.
Nb. The purpose is to show that God is holy and to make his people live in holiness and live the covenant (Leviticus 19:2)
*Leviticus 14*
– It is a chapter that shows purification and mercy. It aims to teach and distinguish that God wants his people to be clean and no one is denied the opportunity for forgiveness because of poverty.
– Lepers were isolated to prevent the spread of impurity and to protect others and to keep worship pure. Leprosy was seen as a symbol of sin and caused a person to be separated from society and God and if a person recovered from the leprosy he had, the priest had to examine him so that he could be returned to society. But Jesus touched and healed the lepers (Mark 1:40
*Leviticus 14:21-31*
These verses describe the purification procedure for the poor who had leprosy and were healed and this shows God’s mercy and reconciliation for everyone regardless of their life situation. Verses 21-22, the poor are given the opportunity to offer a simple offering, namely two turtledoves, one for sin and the other for a burnt offering. Verses 23-25 describe how the priests treated the leper, as the priest brought the leper before the Lord and offered a guilt offering, a sin offering and a burnt offering. The blood was applied to the earlobe, the thumb and the big toe of the person’s hand. True reconciliation required a representative (priest) offering blood for forgiveness and oil for new life. This is a picture of Christ who reconciles us to God and gives us the Holy Spirit so that we can live in holiness. Jesus is the high priest who brings us before God ( Hebrews 14:14-16). The blood and oil, which represent forgiveness and the Holy Spirit, are symbols of a new beginning. The anointing of the ear meant hearing the Word of God with purity, the anointing of the thumb meant doing righteous deeds, and the oil on the big toe signified walking in the way of God. Therefore, the blood was a symbol of forgiveness and reconciliation, and the oil was a symbol of the Holy Spirit and new life. The oil on the head is a symbol of God’s blessing and guidance upon a person and restores a person to fellowship, community, and worship. The priest’s sprinkling of the oil 7 times before the Lord was a symbol of perfection and holiness.
*DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE LEVITICIAN’S ATONEMENT AND THE ATONEMENT OF JESUS*
1. The nature of the sacrifice. The atonement that the Levites made was made with the blood of animals (lambs, doves, or pigeons) and with priestly rites. The atonement of Jesus was made with the blood of Jesus himself, a perfect and once-for-all sacrifice (Heb. 10:10)
2. Continuity of sacrifice. In Leviticus the sacrifice was repeated repeatedly, everyone who gave leprosy had to make a sacrifice. Jesus’ sacrifice is only once and is eternal and does not need to be repeatedHebrews 9:12 “He entered once into the holy place and obtained eternal redemption”
3. The power of sacrifice. In Leviticus the animal sacrifices purified the body and restored a person to society but did not completely remove sin but Jesus’ sacrifice cleansed the conscience and completely removed sin Hebrews 9:14 “The blood of Christ will cleanse your consciences from the works of death
4. The position of the poor. In Leviticus, the poor were allowed to offer a simple sacrifice (dove or pigeon) instead of a sheep. But Jesus’ atonement is free and for all Romans 3: 23-24
5. The position of the priest. In Leviticus the human priest was the one who administered the sacrifices and the purification rituals and Jesus He is the High Priest and the perfect sacrifice who brought us directly to God Hebrews 4:14 “We have a high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God. Therefore we see that the atonement of Jesus is a true atonement for all men.
*HEBREWS*
The Book of Hebrews was written by Paul and explains that Jesus is above all since the angels, Moses and the Priests of the Nation of Israel. Paul does not write his name as the Author because of his quarrel with the Jews, who in this Book of Hebrews he does not mention by name the Jews, but he uses the word Hebrews as his strategy to ensure that they read the message. The MAIN purpose of the book is to explain the greatness of Jesus, explain the covenant and strengthen believers and heal them against heresy. Chapters 1,2 explain Jesus as greater than the Angels, chapters 3,4 explain Jesus as greater than Moses, chapters 5-7 explain the priesthood of JESUS as the High Priest. His priesthood is of the order of Melchizedek (7:1-28) and he can fully save those who come through Him. Chapter 8-10 describes Jesus and the New Testament. Jesus is described as the servant of a better New Testament than the Old and his blood brings eternal redemption and his sacrifice is only once. Chapters 11-12 are chapters of heroes of faith (faith and patience) believers are reminded to run the race of faith with patience looking to Jesus. Chapter 13 is a conclusion and warning, describing the daily Christian life, brotherly love, righteousness and obedience, prayer and blessings.
HEBREWS 9:11-22
It is a passage that explains the atonement of Jesus Christ. 1. Jesus is described as the high priest who entered the holy place, not with the blood of animals, but with his own blood, and by doing so he became the cause of eternal redemption for us. This shows the superiority of Christ’s sacrifice over all the sacrifices of the Old Testament. 2. The blood of Jesus cleanses (verses 13-14). The blood of animals cleansed temporarily, but the blood of Jesus cleanses the conscience from dead works, and this reminds us to trust and rely on God. 3. Jesus is the mediator. In the New Testament, Jesus is described as the servant of the Covenant, verses 15-17. Jesus’ death made the atonement and made Christ the mediator of the New Covenant. The New Covenant is confirmed by the blood of Jesus just as the Old Covenant was confirmed by the blood of animals
4. Blood and the Covenant (verses 18 -22) The Old Covenant was confirmed by the blood of animals, without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins. This proves that the blood of Christ is our atonement. Therefore Hebrews 9:11-22 are verses that emphasize teaching that the blood of Jesus is the basis of our atonement
Hymn number 416 in the TMW book emphasizes and reminds us that the Blood of Jesus is what can wash sinners and make them completely clean. Thus our salvation is achieved because of the work of the cross. God bless you very much