Today’s Reading: Leviticus 6; Psalms 5–6; Proverbs 21; Colossians 4
Leviticus 6:8–9
* Beginning in 6:8, the LORD prescribes how the priests are to handle the various offerings, beginning with the “law of the burnt offering.” Each offering will be presented again in order.
Psalm 5:4–8
* Here we have a clear statement of the problem with sin; namely, it cannot stand in God’s presence. Notably, the basis for David’s confidence is God’s love and God’s righteousness (and not his own).
Proverbs 21:1–2
* Verse 1 acknowledges God’s sovereignty over kings’ hearts (and, therefore, over everyone else less than a king). Verse 2 indicates God’s judgment of hearts. In other words, the two verses unapologetically juxtapose divine sovereignty and human responsibility.
Colossians 4:2–6
* Paul’s final exhortations (before the personal greetings) concern prayer and behavior among unbelievers. And in both cases, he is ultimately concerned with the clear presentation of the Gospel.
Clever Remarks 