Leviticus 19-20, Psalm 36
Leviticus 19:26 (NLT)
“Do not eat meat that has not been drained of its blood. Do not practice fortune-telling or witchcraft.”
In Leviticus 19:26, the Lord gives Moses laws intended to separate His people from pagan practices. Father-God instructs the Israelites not to eat meat with the blood still in it and not to practice divination or witchcraft.
One Bible commentary I read explained that in the ancient world, consuming blood was common in pagan religious rituals because blood was believed to contain a life force. Understanding this context helped me see why this command appears in Leviticus. Divination and sorcery were also widespread practices in ancient cultures and were used to predict the future or manipulate events through supernatural means. Turning to these practices revealed a lack of trust in the Lord and a dependence on other spiritual powers.
In today’s world, these practices often seem harmless because they are no longer widely associated with formal religious worship. In many cultures, animal blood is consumed in foods such as sausage. Newspapers and media outlets also feature daily or weekly horoscope columns, which became popular in the early twentieth century. I grew up around foods made with pig blood, and even as a child I never liked them. Looking back now, I see how the Lord was already shaping my instincts long before I understood why. The Lord calls His people to be distinct from the cultures that surround us. Obeying these laws shows our faith and trust in Father-God’s wisdom and provision.
I’ve learned that when I fully place my trust in the Lord—especially by remaining separate from cultural practices that pull my attention away from Him—I hear the guidance of the Holy Spirit more clearly. When I rely on Father-God’s wisdom and direction rather than outside influences, my life functions with greater peace and clarity.
If thus verse resonates with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose ways bring peace and order to your life—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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