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What does the Bible say about sacrifices to God?

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The Bible teaches that God does not accept the sacrifices of sinners, as they do not satisfy His holy justice.

In Scripture, particularly in Hebrews 10, we see that God does not take pleasure in the sacrifices offered by those who are not righteous. The sacrifices made by sinners, such as those described in Exodus 9, are seen as adding sin to sin. These sacrifices stem from a heart that does not understand true righteousness or the true nature of God. True satisfaction to God only comes through the one perfect sacrifice of Jesus Christ, which effectively takes away sin for those who trust in Him, as indicated in verses 9-10 of Hebrews 10.
Scripture References: Exodus 9:8-12, Hebrews 10:8-10

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Adding Sin to Sin
Clay Curtis · Dec 17, 2017
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