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Podcast: Sharper Iron from KFUO Radio
Episode: A Perfect Priest Is Needed
Description: Rev. Brian Flamme, pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Roswell, NM, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Leviticus 21:1-24.The LORD lays out requirements for priests who will serve in His presence. Because they draw near to God’s presence, they must take great care lest any uncleanness from death upon them profane God’s holiness. Requirements for a potential wife for a priest further emphasize that he must not be defiled as he serves as a mediator between God and sinners. Physical requirements serve a practical purpose and also emphasize the need for...