Friday, February 10, 2012

Judges 17 - Personal gods and priests

Seems like some pretty not so good stuff going on in this chapter!  What is this 1100 pieces of silver that had been taken from Micah's mother?  And... why does Micah have it?  Notice too, that this is the exact amount Delilah got from each person to betray Samson.   So, what is that about?  Anyway, Micah gives the silver back to his mom, who is ecstatic and consecrates it to her son who shouldn't have had it in the first place.  Out of 200 pieces of the silver an idol is made for Micah's personal household shrine. Sounds like something the LORD would really approve... And the story goes on...  Micah installs one of his sons to be his priest.  But, what good fortune, a Levite comes along and sells his services as a priest to Micah.  Really doesn't sound like a good idea to me!!!!   I have a feeling nothing good is to come of this story.  Just haven't figured out why the Israelites haven't figured out that personal gods and gold and silver idols just are not the greatest plan for a future with hope.  And I wonder how many pastors and preists haven't figured out selling one priestly duties to the highest bidder isn't such a smart idea, either...

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