Talk to us when the children get together. In the Old Testament, the altar was a place of sacrifice, because the blood was shed and the sin was forgiven. Jesus died and became a sin offering on the cross, so that his blood could be shed for people all over the world.
Altars are all made of stone, as a place for offering sacrifices to God, whether it is burnt offering, atonement offering or even thanksgiving offering. The sacrifices placed on the altar are non-disabled livestock (cattle, sheep, sheep). Offering cattle and sheep without disabilities is like offering the most precious things in our lives to God (such as time, hobbies, wealth, talents, etc.). ).
It is the same for us to set up a family altar, which requires sacrifice, that is, the time that every family member, such as husband, wife and even children, dedicates to God, and uses this time to pray, praise and worship God.
Why build a family altar?
1. The family was originally established by God.
Gen 2: 18 the Lord god said, "it is not good for that man to live alone. I will make him my spouse to help him.
This family was the first to be attacked.
Gen 3: 12 The man said, "Give me the fruit of that tree for the woman who lives with me, and I will eat it. 」
3. God is the head of the family
Matt 19:6 in this case, the husband and wife are no longer two people, but one; Therefore, what God cooperates with is to keep mankind from being separated. 」
God is the pillar of the family.
If the Lord had not built this temple, the builders would have labored in vain. If the Lord had not kept watch over the city, the watchman would have watched in vain.
Verb (abbreviation of verb) God is the patron saint of the family.
Isa 27:3 I, the Lord, am the keeper of the vineyard. I will always water it; Watch it day and night in case someone damages it.
Ps 4:8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, Lord, have made me live in peace.
6. We should carry on the family line.
Deuteronomy 6:6 Keep in mind all that I command you today, and teach your children diligently, and talk about it whether you are sitting at home, walking on the road, lying down or getting up.