Stuart Wells
Sunday, October 24, 2021
Incense was very common in the old testament and even up to today, some denominations still burn incense. Since the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the veil of the temple has been removed so it is no longer necessarily to burn incense as explained in Hebrews 9:11-24. A Christian may still burn incense if he wishes to, but should consider 1 Samuel 15:22, "Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD?" This shows that obedience to God should be our priority as Christians.
Johan Slabbert
Sunday, February 27, 2022
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