Numbers 15
VISUAL AIDS
One of the interesting laws the Israelites were given was an instruction to put tassels on their garments. The LORD said, “Throughout the generations to come you are to make tassels on the corners of your garments, with a blue cord on each tassel. You will have these tassels to look at and so you will remember all the commands of the Lord, that you may obey them and not prostitute yourselves by chasing after the lusts of your own hearts and eyes. Then you will remember to obey all my commands and will be consecrated to your God.” (Numbers 15 v 38 – 40).
The tassels, each with a blue cord in them, were there as a visual reminder to everyone of God’s laws. Whether you noticed them as you wore your own clothing, or noticed them on what someone else was wearing, the effect was supposed to be the same. They were to remind you to obey the laws of the LORD.
Putting tassels on my tee-shirts, shorts, jeans, shirts or jacket is not fashionable or practical in my life today. But there are some other ways we can have similar reminders. Many of my tee-shirts have biblical messages on them. Sweatshirts and ties can also be printed. A star of David, a cross or a fish symbol on their jewellery helps others. Fridge magnets are a good reminder at home, and bumper stickers on our cars help spread the message, while at the same time reminding us that we are God’s people.
Let’s set up reminders in our every-day lives, and even in the clothes that we wear, so that we can remember the commands of the LORD our God and do them.
May our obedience to our God continue to grow this week.
With love in our Lord,
Robert.
You can read more on about tassels and reminders in chapter 30 of my book, Resisting the Devil.
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