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Leviticus 11 "Living Different"

Leviticus 11 "Living Different"

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03) Leviticus 11 Title: Living Different Text: Leviticus 11 Theme: Holiness is not just for worship—it is for everyday life. ⸻ Introduction Leviticus 11 is more than just a chapter about what to eat and what not to eat. It’s a chapter about Holiness. Because the children of Israel belonged to God, they were to live differently than the world. Each action and decision was to show not only who they were, but whose they were. “For I am the LORD your God: ye shall therefore sanctify yourselves, and ye shall be holy…” — Leviticus 11:44 A. Identification God’s people belong to Him. Israel’s identity was not found in Egypt, their culture, or their preferences. Their identity was found in the God who redeemed them. “I am the LORD your God…” — Leviticus 11:44 When we are saved we are given a new identity. We are new creatures with a new nature. Our flesh is now indwelt with the Holy Spirit. Who we really are will reveal itself over time. B. Instruction God gives specific commands regarding what is clean and what is unclean. God did not leave His people guessing. He clearly revealed His standards. “These are the beasts which ye shall eat…” — Leviticus 11:2 Our new nature conflicts with our Adamic nature. Our instructions are to obey. We are to die to our flesh, present our bodies a living sacrifice, and be filled with the Holy Spirit. C. Influence God’s standards were intended to shape every area of life. The dietary laws affected meals, homes, families, and daily decisions. God was not only concerned with Israel’s worship at the tabernacle, but with how they lived every day. “Ye shall therefore sanctify yourselves, and ye shall be holy…” — Leviticus 11:44 Who we really are will reveal itself in our every day actions. (Illustration of using cliches and inspirational quotes to be a good speaker but then my actions showing different) ⸻ Transition Because Israel belonged to God, they were given His instructions, and those instructions were intended to influence every area of life. Holiness was not something practiced only at the tabernacle—it was something lived out every day. The same is true for believers today. God’s truth should shape not only how we worship, but how we live. ⸻ I. A Distinction to Observe (Leviticus 11:1–23) God clearly distinguished between what was clean and what was unclean. * Clean animals * Unclean animals * Clean fish * Unclean fish * Clean birds * Unclean birds The Lesson God determines what is acceptable. “These are the beasts which ye shall eat…” — Leviticus 11:2 Application The world does not determine truth. Culture does not determine truth. Personal preference does not determine truth. God determines truth. ⸻ II. A Defilement to Avoid (Leviticus 11:24–43) God warned Israel about ceremonial uncleanness. Touching certain animals would make them unclean. The Lesson Not everything is beneficial for God’s people. God was teaching Israel to be mindful of what they allowed into their lives. “And by these ye shall be unclean…” — Leviticus 11:24 New Testament Connection “Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.” — 1 Corinthians 15:33 Application What influences us matters. What we consume. What we entertain. What we embrace. All affect our walk with God. ⸻ III. A Difference to Display (Leviticus 11:44–47) The chapter closes with God’s purpose behind the dietary laws. “Ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.” — Leviticus 11:44 God wanted Israel to stand apart from the nations around them. Not because they were better. But because they belonged to Him. New Testament Connection “But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation.” — 1 Peter 1:15 Application The Christian life should look different. * Different priorities * Different values * Different conduct * Different speech * Different pursuits Holiness is not isolation from the world. It is living in the world while reflecting the character of God. ⸻ Conclusion Leviticus 11 is not primarily a lesson about food. It is a lesson about holiness. God wanted His people to remember every day that they belonged to Him. The dietary laws created a distinction between Israel and the surrounding nations and reminded them that holiness affects everyday decisions. As believers today, we are called to observe God’s truth, avoid spiritual defilement, and display a life that reflects the God we serve. A Distinction to Observe A Defilement to Avoid A Difference to Display Because God’s people should live different—not to earn God’s favor, but because they already belong to Him. That is the way of holiness. THANK YOU A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com
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