1. Leviticus 22:33 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

Why does the Lord refer to the nation’s redemption from Egypt?

Leviticus 22:33 (ESV)

33 who brought you out of the land of Egypt to be your God: I am the LORD.”

The Hebrew’s redemption from Egypt serves as the basis or motivation for their conduct in worship. The Lord graciously delivered his people from bondage to slavery. In response to his mercy, they are called to worship him appropriately. That is, in accordance with the way he has revealed. According to Ross, the faith of Israel was centered in a person, the Lord, who redeemed them and sanctified them. He deserved all their obedience.1