Renewal
Read This Week: Leviticus 14
On the eighth day, they must bring two male lambs and one ewe lamb, a year old, each without defect, along with three-tenths of an ephah of the finest flour mixed with olive oil for a grain offering, and one log of oil. The priest who pronounces them clean shall present both the one to be cleansed and their offerings before the Lord at the entrance to the tent of meeting. – Leviticus 14:10-11 NIV
In A Week in the Life and our series on Greater Responsibility, we come to Leviticus 14, which outlines intricate rituals for cleansing individuals and homes affected by skin diseases and mildew, often translated as leprosy or defiling human mold. Beneath the detailed instructions lies a framework for understanding purity, restoration, and community in both spiritual and practical terms. This section, with its vivid imagery and structured processes, offers insights into how we address brokenness, seek renewal, and rebuild trust within a community once again.
The chapter begins with the practice of cleansing a person seeking healing from a terrible skin disease (vv. 1-32). The process is meticulous: two live birds, cedarwood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop are used in a symbolic act. One bird is sacrificed, its blood mixed with water, while the other is released, signifying freedom and restoration. The healed individual shaves, bathes, and offers sacrifices over several days, culminating in their reentry into the community. Practically, this ritual demonstrates an early understanding of purity and hygiene, thereby preventing the spread of contagious diseases. Spiritually, it reminds us of the importance of acknowledging our brokenness, whether physical or moral, and seeking reconciliation with God and others. Today, we see parallels in how we handle personal or communal healing, such as counseling, accountability, or restorative justice, where acknowledgment and intentional steps lead to renewal.
Verses 33-57 shift to the cleansing of homes contaminated by mildew or mold. A priest inspects the house, and if the impurity persists, the affected stones are removed; in severe cases, the home may be demolished. This process mirrors the personal cleansing discipline, emphasizing that impurity, whether in a person or their environment, disrupts harmony in faith communities. Spiritually, it invites us to consider how our surroundings, both physical and relational, impact our spiritual lives. A toxic environment, much like a strained relationship, requires God’s intervention, spiritual attention, and sometimes drastic measures to restore balance and unity.
The Israelite practices, as directed by God in Leviticus 14, also highlight the role of the body in restoration. The priest acts as a mediator, not just diagnosing but guiding the process of restoration. This involvement suggests that healing is not a solitary process. Whether it’s a church, family, team, or support group, others play a vital role in our journey toward wholeness. The offerings, tailored to the individual’s means (v. 21-32), further demonstrate an accessibility concern, ensuring that no one is excluded from acceptance and restoration due to their life circumstances. This principle challenges us to make healing, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, accessible to all.
Leviticus 14, like several other chapters in our study, invites us to pause and consider how we address impurity and brokenness in our lives. Although we no longer practice these specific methods, the underlying principles remain relevant to our worship today. We are to acknowledge what’s broken, take intentional steps with the help of the Holy Spirit toward healing, involve our communities of faith, and trust in a process that leads to restoration. Whether it’s overcoming personal struggles, mending relationships, or creating healthy environments, this chapter reminds us that renewal is possible with care, intention, and faith.
Leviticus 14: God Cares About the Whole Process
It matters to God—everything we go through.
In Leviticus 13, we saw that when someone had a sickness or a virus, God gave instructions to protect the entire community. He wasn’t being harsh—He was being a good Father, teaching His people how to care for one another and how to prevent things from spreading. Just like today, if someone has COVID or the flu, they stay home—not because they’ve sinned, but to protect others.
Then in Leviticus 14, something beautiful happens.
We move from examination and isolation to restoration and return.
Now, God begins to teach what to do after healing. He doesn’t leave it up to guesswork. He gives a detailed path that’s sacred, thoughtful, and full of meaning. I see Him teaching them—and us—to walk in healing with reverence. Don’t rush it. God is doing something in it and through it.
Think about a time when you were sick, contagious, and had to stay home. Even when you start to feel better, there’s still a process before you’re ready to be around others again. That’s what God was showing His people—healing isn’t just about feeling better, it’s about restoration, connection, and walking through it in a way that honors Him. It’s a testimony
We’ve all had seasons like that—where you feel isolated, where you need people to pray for you or bring a meal. It’s a test of faith, but also a time when we learn what others might need when they go through it too. That’s the beauty of being in the family of God—we’re not alone. And when He brings healing, we get to turn around and help someone else.
I’ve learned that after I’ve walked through something , I can recognize what others might need too. It might be a meal, a kind word, a prayer leave food at the door—or just letting someone know they’re not forgotten.
So pay attention to the little nudges.
Pray for someone.
Call them.
Drop off a meal or a note.
Whatever you do, let your words and actions point to Jesus. Let your conversations be sacred. He’s our healer. Our restorer. Our hope.
And don’t be afraid to speak His name—even to someone who might seem uninterested. You never know what God is doing behind the scenes. So keep planting those seeds. And when you hear someone is sick or hurting, ask God:
“What can I do?”
Then follow through in love.
Father God, thank You that nothing is wasted in Your hands.
Thank You for caring about our healing, our restoration, and our community.
Help us walk through each season with reverence, listening for Your promptings.
When others are hurting, let us be Your hands and feet.
Let everything we do point back to You.
Jesus, we want to love like You love.
In your mighty healing loving name Jesus
Amen
Leviticus Chapter 14:1-2
And the Lord said to Moses, this shall be the law of the leper on the day when he is to be pronounced clean; he shall be brought to the priest [at a meeting place outside the camp];
Leviticus chapter 14:11
And the priest who cleanses him shall set the man who is to be cleansed and these things before the Lord at the door of the tent of meeting;
~ Purity Restoration and God’s Grace and Mercy~
God is saying to me:
My child, when you gave your life to Me, you made a promise to Me to go through the process of physical and spiritual cleansing and purification of yourself, of friends and your environment or home.
What This Means To Me:
1. God’s grace and mercy is available to everyone. He sacrificed his life for me.
2. Upon accepting the gift of salvation, God examines my heart to ensure that my commitment to hHm is solid and that my spirit is willing to be obedient and listen to His voice.
3. My temple (Holy Spirit) and my household must be clean, physically and spiritually. Let’s go out and bring others to God so that they may be clean too!
4. May we all acknowledge brokenness and take intentional steps toward healing with the Holy Spirit in our communities and in our faith, trusting God through the process that leads to restoration! ❤️
This week in Leviticus chapter 14 I got a song
We Belong
Let’s come together to worship our Lord let’s come together to worship our Lord, lifting our hands singing we belong to you Jesus we belong to you, our hearts belong to you, Lord you give us hope when we struggle you give us comfort when we feel alone, reminding us you’re with us 24 seven helping us through all things our Lord restores renews all of his people yes our Lord restores and renews his children He is always working always working even when we’re sleeping Amen
Our Lord loves when we give our heart to him trusting believing in him at all times thank you our Lord
Has anyone here ever been sick?
Of course—we all have.
Now think about this: Who healed you?
Ultimately, it was the Lord.
The Bible reveals one of His names as Jehovah Rapha — the Lord who heals.
And He doesn’t just heal in one way — He heals us physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
I’ve always found it incredible how the body heals itself. You get a cut — maybe it’s deep — but over time, your skin begins to regenerate. The pain fades. The wound closes. Sometimes you can’t even tell it was ever there. That’s God at work.
But the healing He brings goes deeper than the physical. Some of us carry wounds on the inside — emotional trauma, heartbreak, deep disappointments. And still, God heals.
Then there’s the deepest healing of all — spiritual healing — when He restores our broken relationship with Him, forgives our sins, and brings us into wholeness through Christ.
Healing isn’t just something God does. Healing is who God is.
1. God is our healer — He restores us physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
2. God makes a way for everyone to be healed — whether it’s in this life, or ultimately in the next.
3. We have a responsibility to partner with God — to clean up our homes, our lives, and our messes so healing can flow freely.
This is what I got from God in Revelation 14. You are to go out into the world to be a light to the lost. Go outside of the church to bring believers into the body. Let your old self die. Let your new self be free and set apart for Me. Serve Me out of gratitude. Live by the strength of My Holy Spirit. What kind of message are you sending to others about your faith? Be meek in Me; keep your strength under control. Be clothed in Christ’s blood and His righteousness. Be fully baptized into Christ to be clothed by Him. Be humble in your walk. I command that you serve Me without selfish ambition. Make your life a living sacrifice for Me, by giving Me the best of your time, talents, and treasure. Give back out of gratitude in proportion to your blessings. My rules are meant to protect you. Your heart should honor Me.
What this said to me was I must renew my mind on a daily basis by praising God and spending time in His Word. I am to share my testimony with others. Jesus will deny me, if I deny Him. I am to be accountable to others in my walk. I need to lead by faith in the power of Christ, who paid for my sins. I am to let the Holy Spirit lead me in all that I do.
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