Exodus 30:30 “And you shall anoint Aaron and his sons and sanctify them, that they may serve Me as priests.”
In the Old Testament, the anointing oil was used to sanctify Aaron and his sons for priestly service. This typifies the Holy Spirit’s anointing in the New Testament, which sanctifies believers for God’s purpose. To be sanctified is to be set apart from the world and unto God, made holy and fit for His use.
The anointing not only sets us apart but also empowers us to function as priests in the New Testament sense—bringing Christ to others and interceding on behalf of others. Abiding in the anointing deepens our consecration, enabling us to live wholly for God and fulfill His purpose.
Main Points:
– The Anointing Sets Us Apart: The Spirit sanctifies us for God’s purpose.
– Empowerment for Service: The anointing equips us to serve as priests.
– Living Consecrated Lives: Abiding in the anointing deepens our consecration.
– Holiness Through the Spirit: The Spirit transforms us into holy vessels for God’s use.
Reflections
Reflect on how the Spirit’s anointing has sanctified and empowered you for God’s purpose. Take time to consecrate yourself anew to the Lord, asking Him to fill you afresh with His Spirit.
Prayer Confessions:
Lord, thank You for the anointing that sets me apart for Your purpose.
Sanctify me wholly by the Spirit and make me fit for Your use.
Empower me to function as a priest, bringing Christ to others.
Deepen my consecration and make me fully available to You.
Transform me into a vessel of honor, holy and pleasing to You, Amen.