Leviticus 1; John 20; Proverbs 17; Philippians 4
Daily Catechism
QUESTION 60: WHAT IS REQUIRED IN THE THIRD COMMANDMENT?
Answer: The third commandment requires the holy and reverent use of God’s name, titles, attributes, ordinances, words, and works.
Scripture: Psalm 29:2; 111:9; 138:2; Deuteronomy 32:1-4; 28:58- 59; Matthew 6:9; Ecclesiastes 5:1; Job 36:24; Revelation 4:8; 15:3, 4.
Leviticus 1
In this book Moses lays out further revelation from God that he receives in the tent of meeting concerning the sacrificial system of offerings and worship, the priesthood, ceremonial cleanness, the Day of Atonement, feasts and holy days, and the Year of Jubilee.
“1 The LORD called Moses and spoke to him from the tent of meeting, saying,” (Leviticus 1:1, ESV)
John 20
Who am I seeking? Am I looking ahead to the coming of the meek and mild Jesus who lays down his life or am I looking ahead to the coming of the Lion of the Tribe of Judah who conquered and reigns and brings the wrath of God upon the earth? Do we take Jesus to be other than he is?
“15 Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away.”” (John 20:15, ESV)What is our only hope in evangelism? That the Holy Spirit will do his work of convincing people of their need for a savior and of the person and all-sufficient work of Christ.
“21 Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” 22 And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” (John 20:21–22, ESV)
“29 Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”” (John 20:29, ESV)
“31 but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” (John 20:31, ESV)
Proverbs 17
“3 The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the LORD tests hearts.” (Proverbs 17:3, ESV)
“15 He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the LORD.” (Proverbs 17:15, ESV)
Compare proverbs 17:15 to Romans 4:5
“5 And to the one who does not work but believes in him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted as righteousness,” (Romans 4:5, ESV)
“17 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” (Proverbs 17:17, ESV)
Philippians 4
Under what circumstances should I rejoice in the Lord and why?
“4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand;” (Philippians 4:4–5, ESV)
“12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:12–13, ESV)But how?
“6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6–7, ESV)And after praying, walk as with wisdom looking and expecting to be upheld...
“8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” (Philippians 4:8–9, ESV)
Soli Deo Gloria!
