Note sull'episodio
By Pastor Jason Lim
The Levitical priests submitted to a higher standard in Leviticus 21, for they are to be holy, clean, sanctified and unblemished in their ministry unto God.
Whilst those specific prohibitions are uniquely for the Levitical priests, the principle of holiness in service is applicable for priests of God.
So we see the principle of being "sanctified to serve" in 3 groups biblically:
1. Christ the Lord
Jesus is our sinless, holy, innocent and unstained high priest. His virgin birth and holiness in the face of the Temptation are crucial for our salvation and for God's glory. He alone, is "sanctified to serve" as our Great High Priest.
2. Church Leaders
Church leaders or pastors/elders are given higher qualifications. And they are not qualifications regarding IQ, wealth, societal statu ...