Joshua 13: 33 But to the tribe of Levi Moses gave no inheritance; the Lord God of Israel is their inheritance, as he said to them.
These chapters were an accounting of the kings conquered by the Israelites, and then there is an accounting of the division of land. The Levites didn't get an allotment of land. Their share of the offerings given to God was their portion.
This makes me think about clergy today. The popular vision is the wealth of the famous few. There are many more, in this day of megachurches, who are quite well paid. But I know those who serve as pastors while holding other jobs to make ends meet. How should we, the congregation, view our responsibility to those who have taken the mantle of the Levites?
Prayer: Guide me, as a Christian, to give the proper respect and financial commitment to Your pastors, Lord. Help me to see how my witness can assist them in service to You.
Amen
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