The sacred fire in the Old Testament was the antitype of the love of God expressed in the New Testament. Without God's love our offerings and service are unacceptable to Him.
Love: the Sacred Fire
The Endangered Fire (Revisited)
The Endangered Fire (Revisited) Robert Wurtz II You shall command the people of Israel that they bring to you pure beaten olive oil for the light, that a lamp may regularly be set up to burn. (Exodus 27:20 ESV) Mark 4:21 And he said unto them, Is a lamp brought to be put under a bushel,... Continue Reading →
First Love in the Second Generation
First Love in the Second Generation Robert Wurtz II  "When all that generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation arose after them who did not know the LORD nor the work which He had done for Israel" (Judges 2:10).  Nevertheless, I have this against you, that you have left your first... Continue Reading →
Answering the Door
Answering the Door Robert Wurtz II  "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20).  It’s astonishing to think that the Lord Jesus was knocking at the door of... Continue Reading →