Purpose of the Sacrificial Law
Johnathan Armstrong - December 13, 2025
The sacrificial system was not part of the original Old Covenant given at Sinai but was added later because of Israel’s transgressions, providing a temporary means of approaching God when they stumbled. These rituals pointed forward to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who alone can truly atone for sin and open permanent access to the Father. Studying the sacrificial law today helps believers grasp the seriousness of sin, the depth of God’s mercy, and the ongoing need to draw near through the once-for-all offering of their High Priest.