Platforms to Pillars: From being sacrificed to sacrificial living for God – Mark Sayers
Aug 13, 2023
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Exploring the significance of sports in uniting people in Australia, debunking misconceptions about secularism, how our lives are viewed as platforms, the concept of altars and sacrifice in human history, how modern society's principles damage relationships and identity, and the story of the Passover in the book of Exodus.
The Passover feast represents a shift from being exploited to living as a holy priesthood.
Sacrifice becomes a way of life as the Israelites transform their homes into mini-temples through the Passover feast.
Deep dives
Set Apart and consecrated
The story of the Passover feast shows that God is preparing a people to move from exploitation to a holy priesthood. The Israelites are set apart from Egypt and consecrated for the purposes of God.
Living Sacrificially for God
The Passover feast signifies a shift from being sacrificed for others' benefit to living sacrificially for God. By placing the blood of the lamb on their door frames, the Israelites transform their homes into mini-temples, where sacrifice becomes a way of life.
Passing on the Knowledge of God
Through the Passover feast, God commands the Israelites to pass on the knowledge of Him to future generations. This call to spiritual parenthood extends to all believers, as we are called to live sacrificially and impart the ways of God to the next generation.
The Invitation to Place on the Altar
As God is calling us to consecrate ourselves and live sacrificially, there is an invitation to place our desires, wounds, disappointments, and agendas on the altar before Him. By doing so, we open ourselves to transformation and partnership with God in His work in the world.