25: A Kingdom of What?

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings provide a high-level overview of the Book of Leviticus, framing it as an owner's manual for the Tabernacle and exploring the concept of a "kingdom of priests." They discuss the book's structure, which includes sections on atonement, priesthood, and how to live as a priest, as well as the importance of festivals and caring for the oppressed. Marty and Brent highlight the fourfold role of the priesthood: putting God on display, helping people navigate their atonement, interceding on behalf of others, and distributing resources to those in need, emphasizing that Leviticus ultimately reveals God's desire to forgive sin and restore relationships. They also touch upon the chiasmic structure of Leviticus, with the Day of Atonement at its center, and encourage listeners to reflect on how they can live out their calling as a royal priesthood in their own lives.