Leviticus 22:33

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IN every typical representation under the law, earnestly would I pray, that GOD the HOLY GHOST would enlighten my understanding, that I may discover the allusion to JESUS. Surely in the sanctity required of thy priests, O LORD, I behold thee. And surely in the unblemished object of every sacrifice, thy spotless nature could only be implied. Oh! may it be my portion, in every approach to GOD, to bear in the arms of my faith none but JESUS. Gracious GOD! keep me from bringing anything of my own, by way of acceptance: for all that is in me, or from me, is, as the prophet describes, torn, and lame, and sick. May I never thus sacrifice to the LORD a corrupt thing. But looking wholly to thee, thou LAMB of GOD, in thine infinite holiness, purity, and soul-cleansing oblation, may the LORD accept this one all-sufficient offering at my hand, and sanctify my soul by thy precious merits and death!