At that time the Lord set apart the tribe of Levi to stand before the Lord to minister and to pronounce blessings in his name. Deut. 10:8
What kinds of events make you rise to your feet? Music? Sports? Public figures?
In OT Israel, the tribe of Levi was set apart, chosen, to "stand before the Lord to minister and pronounce blessings in his name." They awere to help people worship God and share the good news of God's blessings for all
This involved everyday work and routine, bu tit also involved heart-stirring responsibilities to stand up for and honor the amazing Lord of heaven and earth who had delivered his people. In that way, the Levites were like the angels--they came to pronounce good news like the birth of John and Jesus.
God calls us to stand too--by putting on his armor so that we can "be strong in the Lord and his mighty power" and "stand against the devil's schemes" using God's gifts to honor him in all we do.
Lord, we stand in awe of you. Help us to live faithfully to you. Amen.
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