Leviticus 16:21  “He is to lay both of his hands on the goat’s head and confess over it all the sins and rebellion of the Israelites.  In this way, he will lay the people’s sins on the head of the goat; then he will send it out into the wilderness, led by a man chosen for this task.”

The goat was used to carry the sin of the people out of the camp and away from the community.  It was a way for the people to have their sin removed, to receive forgiveness, and to maintain their connection with God.

After reading this passage, I am overwhelmed with gratitude and thanksgiving for what Jesus has done for me.  “The Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.”  I am so glad that my salvation is based upon the perfect sacrifice of Jesus, once and for all.  I can put my faith and trust in my perfect, risen, living, Lord and know that his work on the cross was complete.  I don’t need to rely on the blood of goats or lambs.  I can rely on my redeemer, Jesus Christ.

Thank you Jesus for dying on the cross for my sin.  Thank you for conquering death, rising on the third day, displaying your power.  Thank you for being in heaven right now preparing a place for me and all who believe in you.  May I live my life in obedience and as an act of worship, and a display of love back to you, for the love and sacrifice you have shown to me.  Forgive me for my sin, the times I wander and doubt, and please Lord continue to lead me by the power of your Holy Spirit.

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