Altar
In the Bible, the term "altar" refers to a structure upon which offerings, sacrifices, or worship are presented to God. The Hebrew word for altar, "mizbeach," derives from the root meaning "to slaughter," indicating its primary function in sacrificial rites (Exodus 20:24). Altars were central to worship in both the Old and New Testaments, symbolizing a place of encounter between God and humanity. The construction of altars is detailed in the Mosaic law, with specific instructions provided for the design and materials (Exodus 20:25, Leviticus 17:5-6).Altars served various purposes throughout the biblical narrative, from the altars built by patriarchs like Abraham (Genesis 12:7-8) to the sacrificial system established under the Mosaic Covenant (Leviticus 1-7). In the New Testament, the concept of the altar evolves, with Jesus Christ embodying the ultimate sacrifice, rendering the physical altar less central to worship practices. Hebrews 13:10 refers to the altar metaphorically, emphasizing the spiritual nature of our offerings to God. Overall, altars in the Bible signify a place of sacrifice, worship, and communion with God, reflecting the seriousness of sin and the necessity of atonement.
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Altar Tent and Well
By David Ravenhill2.4K1:03:54EXO 20:24ISA 6:3ISA 6:8JER 48:11ACT 9:1ROM 11:36In this sermon, the speaker discusses the challenge of maintaining faith and consecration in the Christian life. He uses the analogy of a marriage proposal to illustrate the initial excitement and commitment, but emphasizes the importance of keeping the fire burning during difficult times. The speaker also highlights the need for revelation and consecration in following God's will, using examples from the Bible such as Paul's conversion on the Damascus road. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of being led by the Spirit and having a flexible mindset in order to grow in faith.
Holl-02 the Broken Down Altar
By Art Katz2.3K1:09:03ZEC 9:9MAT 24:23In this sermon, the preacher highlights the issue of living beyond one's means and being absorbed with material possessions. He emphasizes that the world's definition of success and wealth should not define the church. The preacher expresses God's grief over the church's lack of understanding and reliance on carnal means to accomplish holy ends. He also shares a personal experience of attending a church service where he felt the absence of God's glory due to the focus on superficial expressions rather than true worship.
The Altar of Incense
By Chuck Smith1.1K25:05EXO 30:1Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of the altar of incense in the temple, representing the prayers of the saints as a sweet aroma to God. He explains how the incense symbolizes the prayers that ascend to God, particularly highlighting the importance of prayer in the believer's life. Smith also discusses the equality of all people before God, illustrated by the requirement for everyone to give the same shekel as ransom money, regardless of their wealth. He concludes by stressing the holiness of God and the necessity of approaching Him with reverence, as well as the unique gifts given by the Holy Spirit for the work of the ministry.