Lectionary for 10/24/08

Today's readings are Deuteronomy 25.17-26.19 ( http://www.gnpcb.org/esv/search/?q=Deut.+25.17-26.19 ) and Matthew 17.1-13 ( http://www.gnpcb.org/esv/search/?q=Matt.+17.1-13 ).

As we read today we consider the offerings we bring to God.  Let's observe just a few of the many important elements from these passages.

1)  We bring offerings to God remembering his provision for us.

2)  The offerings we bring support people who are serving him in particular ways he has ordained.

3)  We recognize that Jesus is the true firstborn from the dead, raised to new life, the first fruits of the resurrection.  All our giving points to him and his glory.