Thoughts on the readings for March 5th (Leviticus 11; Psalms 110, 111, 112; 2 Corinthians 3, 4)

In 2 Corinthians 3 Paul tells of God’s great work in him as an administrator of the new covenant in our Lord Jesus Christ. Unlike the Mosaic covenant that was written upon stone tablets, the new covenant is engraved on the fleshy tables of the heart. The mediator of the former covenant had to wear a veil over his face so that Israel would not perceive the transient nature of the glory which glowed every time he went in before the LORD and began fading soon after. But as believers we behold the open and glorious face of our Lord Jesus Christ and are being transformed from one level of glory to another. The transforming power of the Gospel is further developed in chapter 4. The message is unmistakable to those having ears to hear; but unintelligible to the hard hearted. The Almighty chose to reveal His power – of salvation to those who believe the gospel – through He reveals it in flawed human vessels. God does this so the transforming power is seen as His, and not from us: Romans 1 verses 16-17. The illustration Paul presents is based on the story of Gideon in Judges 7 verses 19-23. What a contrast exists between our transient light affliction and the great weight of glory reserved for believers – the Greek word for weight is identical to that of glory. Read verses Read v17-18 aloud. Pause and Ponder.cont reading .. https://christadelphianvideo.org/thoughts-on-the-readings-for-march-5th-leviticus-11-psalms-110-111-112-2-corinthians-3-4/