SET APART AS HOLY
Today's reading: Exodus 28-30

"Next make a medallion of pure gold. Using the techniques of an engraver, inscribe it with these words; SET APART AS HOLY TO THE LORD. This medallion will be attached to the front of Aaron's turban by means of a blue cord. Aaron will wear it on his forehead, thus bearing the guilt connected with any errors regarding the sacred offerings of the people of Israel. He must always wear it so the Lord will accept the people." Exodus 28:36-38 NLT

Here is what I want to start doing...

With each and every person to whom I speak.

Or interact with.

Or come in contact with.

Or have the privilege to talk to.

I want to be given the opportunity to look them in the eyes long enough to see my reflection--not for some prideful or haughty reason, but in order to see the medallion God has me wearing on my forehead.

The one that says, SET APART AS HOLY TO THE LORD.

Because once I see it, it's going to make a difference in the conversation I have with that person.

My reactions to their words.

My responses to their actions.

My attitude.

My emotional health and well-being.

My intentions.

My next word.

I'm not being silly here. You see, as His child, as His heir, as His appointed priest (1 Peter 2:9), I bear the title, I have been given the responsibilities, I wear the 'medallion of pure gold'.

And that medallion? It's not needed to remind God. Or to impress people. Or to mark me as something special. It's to keep my role in the forefront of my own mind...

SET APART AS HOLY TO THE LORD