When they go into the tabernacle of meeting, or when they come near the altar to minister, to burn an offering made by fire to the LORD, they shall wash with water, lest they die. So they shall wash their hands and their feet, lest they die. And it shall be a statute forever to them - to him and his descendants throughout their generations.
Exodus 30:20-21
I have this scripture posted in our bathroom. I figure it's a good reminder of what to do after you're done doing what you have to do. But all kidding aside, why is it that the LORD demanded that His servants wash away the dirt of everyday life before entering into His chamber?
The answer for back then is the same as it is for now. The activities of daily living contaminate us. There is no getting around it. We live in this world, and this world will affect our Spirit. If it didn't, then Christ would not have washed His disciples' feet before leading them to pray at Gethsemane. It is a daily reminder that we are completely dependent on the Father's mercy, and that daily we must make up our mind to walk in the Spirit.
To be covered with the dirt of the natural world is normal and common. To be cleansed of it, with the outpouring of the Word, is demonstrate holiness.
Be encouraged, Jose
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