Exodus 39: Holiness to the Lord

This phrase was on a plate that was part of the headpiece worn by the high priest (v. 30). When we think of the motivation that the priest would have to wear it, to be holy, to live up to his calling, we can easily see how helpful it would be. But when we think about how evil some of the priests were down through time—even to the trial of Jesus—it shows another side of human potential. Today all Christians are priests (1 Peter 2:5-9), and we must live up to the responsibilities and honors of being in this holy priesthood (1 Peter 1:13-16).