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Why is the Incense Altar important for Christians?

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The Incense Altar serves as a powerful symbol of Christ's intercession and the prayers of believers, which are made effective through His sacrifice.

The Incense Altar holds immense importance for Christians as it highlights the role of Christ as our intercessor, whose actions render our prayers acceptable before God. It is not merely a physical structure but a sign of the spiritual realities at work in the believer's life. The prayers symbolized by the incense ascend to God, made potent only through the blood of Christ. This gives believers confidence in approaching the throne of grace, knowing that Christ's merits sweeten our prayers. Furthermore, understanding the distinction between this sacred altar and the mundane emphasizes the seriousness with which we should approach worship and prayer, not treating the holy things of God as common.
Scripture References: Exodus 30:6, Psalm 141:2, Hebrews 7:25

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The Incense Altar
Henry Law · Aug 13, 2007
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