Numbers 3:1-4 ERV: This is the family history of Aaron and Moses at the time the Lord talked to Moses on Mount Sinai. Aaron had four sons. Nadab was the firstborn son. Then there were Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. These sons were the chosen priests. They were given the special work of serving the Lord as priests. But Nadab and Abihu died while serving the Lord. They used fire that the Lord did not allow when they made an offering to him. So Nadab and Abihu died there, in the desert of Sinai. They had no sons, so Eleazar and Ithamar took their place and served the Lord as priests. This happened while their father Aaron was still alive.
Aaron and Moses are introduced. Aaron’s sons were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. Nadab and Abihu died when they offered unauthorized fire before the Lord. Eleazar and Ithamar continued serving as priests. God desires obedience and reverence in worship.
Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, thank You and praise You for calling us to serve You with reverence and obedience. Help us never approach Your work carelessly, but with humble hearts that honor Your instructions. Guide our choices, protect us from disobedience, and teach us to serve faithfully in the place You have appointed for us. Love You, Thank You, Praise You, and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.
