God’s “covering” over human evil through animal sacrifices ultimately point to Jesus and his death and resurrection.

God has spoken...

...that we might believe, and that believing we might see.

THE OFFERINGS

The holy Lord is present in the midst of his people (Ex. 40:34; Lev. 1:1). The people of Israel must therefore properly address their sin and impurity and must strive for personal holiness.

BURNT

Underscores prayers of petition or praise.

Grain

Pleasing aroma; It often mirrors emphasis of the offering it accompanies.

Peace

Emphasis is fellowship with the Lord by having a communion meal.

Sin

Atonement of a committed sin; metaphor of purification.

Guilt

Atonement of a committed sin; metaphor of compensation for wrongdoing

Why don't we follow the Old Testament Laws?

THE SACRIFICES

Atonement is a gracious act of the Lord by which sins and impurities can be dealt with (Leviticus 17:11).

BURNT

Cattle, sheep, goats, birds

Peace

Cattle, sheep, goats

Sin

Cattle, sheep, goats, birds

Guilt

Rams

Atonement

Thanks to atonement in Christianity and the rituals that connect us to it, we are able to have our debts forgiven and walk in newness with God.

-The Bible Project

Additional Resources

Perfected for All Time by a Single Offering, John Piper

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The Best of the Boring Parts of the Bible, Nancy Guthrie

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Leviticus and the Christian, Justin Taylor

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Some Tips for Interpreting the Rituals, Ceremonies, & Sacrifices in Leviticus, Justin Taylor

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Moms, “The Warriors who Defy the Serpent”, Eric Raymond

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Biblical Womanhood and the Problem of the Old Testament, Trillia Newbell

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The Wonder of Atonement, David Platt