Chapter 8 describes Moses' ordination of Aaron as high priest and his sons as priests. Moses first clothes them in priestly garments. The priest's decorated garb symbolized their carrying God's people, a kingdom of priests, on their hearts. Moses anointed them with oil and sacrificed the bull and two rams for their ordination according to God's word. This process carried out their atonement, forgiveness, cleansing, and purification. They laid their hands on the sacrifice and were covered with its blood. An animal's blood could not truly take away their sins, but it looked forward to God's salvation through Jesus. Aaron and his sons were weak and ordinary humans, but God supplied all their needs: the gifts, abilities and the responsibilities to serve Him as priests. By faith, they offered their lives to his service in dedication, devotion, and consecration.

Aaron and his sons were to spend 7 days at the entrance to God's tent. Spiritual leaders also need deep rest in God's house in fellowship with him to equip themselves for his service. The ordination took place in front of the assembly (4). The congregation joined in as prayer supporters throughout the ordination. Are you praying for the raising up of new leaders?


Application: Father, please ordain spiritual leaders and equip them for your service. Help me to pray for them and may you cover over their weaknesses.
One Word: Pray for spiritual leaders to be ordained