Leviticus 23:42-43

Consider not only the lilies of the field, but all the plants, trees, herbs, shrubs, and flowers that play a role in the biblical narrative. The Bible is peppered with allusions to the plants that were a part of daily life in the ancient Near East and New Testament Israel. With original illustrations, this devotional clarifies the biblical references to five different plants while providing meaningful insights into God’s Word.

Only one Jewish ritual is mentioned in the Ten Commandments: keeping the Sabbath. This attests to the importance of the Sabbath, and to the centrality the Sabbath holds in Jewish tradition. The Sabbath is the focal point of the Jew's week. Every Sunday is a countdown to Friday when the Sabbath begins at sundown. Candles are lit, families join around the table for a ritual meal, and communities come together in Bible study and prayer. It is the highlight of each week, and the cornerstone of our faith.

The seven feasts outlined in the Old Testament were not just significant for the Israelites, they are significant to us today because they are symbolic of God’s perfect plan. For believers today, these feasts represent freedom because Jesus came to set us free. As you go through this plan, allow Jesus to reveal Himself to you. When you feast on Jesus, you’ll be set free!

Delve into the biblical contexts behind Jesus’ powerful ‘I AM’ statements found in the Gospel of John. As we look at look at these statements more closely, we will discover the Old Testament “shadows” which served as hints and signposts of a “substance” that was ultimately fulfilled in Christ.