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The OT and the Elect
YellowStone:
Joe, you certainly woke some sleepy brain cells this morning :)
Hezekiah wanted a massive observance of the Passover just as those of former times Deuteronomy 16:1-8. In a bold move, he sent a letter throughout Israel and not just Judah, inviting all Jews to return to Jerusalem for a massive Passover celebration on the second month of the Jewish calendar.
All did not go according to plan as the men who carried his invitation to the northern kingdom of Israel did not receive a respectful reception and were mocked. However, some people from Asher, Manasseh, Zebulun, Ephraim, and Issachar did come. This in itself caused problems as many from these "outside" places were not appropriately prepared to partake in the Passover.
King Hezekiah realizing this then prayed for their pardon; asking God to accept those who prepared their hearts to seek Him but were unprepared "according to the purification rules of the sanctuary" 2 Chronicles 30:18, 19
2 Chronicles 30:20 states "And the LORD hearkened to Hezekiah, and healed the people."
I believe that the otherwise hidden message in this Scripture is that even those people who were in violation of the purification rules (Exodus 12:43-51 Passovers were to be kept on the tenth day of the first month of the Jewish calendar all Israel was to select its offering and keep it in readiness until the fourteenth day) But because of Hezekia's prayer and intersession of God, the "unclean" people were allowed to participate in the Passover meal that was conducted on the second month (one month late).
Without question, the intents and motives of the person is a factor God considers when a person seeks to honor God, even in the days of "yore" when failure to follow the "Law" could often result in being cut from the nation.
I therefore believe that this Scripture closely parrels with the people and the churches (the Law) today; where, it is the intent, and motive that God seeks of the person first, instead of their participation and adherence to church laws.
How did I do? :)
Comments always welcome.
God is Love!
Darren
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