Deuteronomy, 26
18. and the LORD has declared this day concerning you that you are a people for his own possession, as he has promised you, and that you are to keep all his commandments,
18. and the LORD has declared this day concerning you that you are a people for his own possession, as he has promised you, and that you are to keep all his commandments,
Deuteronomy 26 talks about offering the firstfruits and the obligation to bring an offer to the Lord as an expression of gratitude for what He has done for the people. The verses related to the topics addressed in Deuteronomy 26 are:
Leviticus 23:10-11: "Speak to the children of Israel, and say unto them, When there have been entering the earth, which shall give you, and make his harvest, then shall be brought to the priest a sauce, the firstfruits of your harvest, and he will move the sauce before the Lord, that you may be accepted; the day after Saturday, the priest will move him. " This verse talks about the offer of firstfruits, which is mentioned in Deuteronomy 26:1-11.
2 Corinthians 9:7: "Each one contributes according to his heart, not with sadness or necessity; for God loves what he gives with joy." This verse highlights the importance of giving with joy and generosity, which is one of the main topics addressed in Deuteronomy 26.
Psalm 50:14: "Offer God sacrifice of praise, and pays to the Most High vows." This verse points out that the offer to the Lord is not only a duty, but also an opportunity to express praise and gratitude to it, as it is emphasized in Deuteronomy 26.
1 Chronicles 29:14: "For who I am, and who is my people, that we had power so that it voluntarily gives it? Because everything comes from you, and from your hand we give." This verse points out that all things come from God, and the offer is a way of recognizing this and expressing gratitude, which is the main theme of Deuteronomy 26.
Malachi 3:10: "Bring all tithes to the treasure house, that there may be maintenance in my house, and then prove me, says the Lord of hosts, if I do not open the windows of heaven, and do not pour out You are such a blessing, which warns you of the greatest wealth. " This verse highlights the importance of tithing and offering the Lord, promising that He will bless those who do so. This theme of giving generosity and being blessed by God is a recurring theme in Deuteronomy 26.
“Devo fazer somente a vontade de Deus e, se lhe agrado, o restante não conta.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina