Today I read Deuteronomy 15 where the Lord outlines the expectations for the feasts that the Israelites are supposed to have. As I was reading them I could not help but think how complicated it all was and how it had no bearing on the here and now. But then I drew a comparison between the feast of the tabernacles and the ordinances of the Latter-day Saints.
Some who are on the outside looking in probably would think that the Latter-day Saints are pretty crazy for all that they do, including the temple. Those who are Latter-day Saints know of course that each ordinance has a purpose and that most of them are necessary for salvation, but from the outside looking in, it probably sounds as strange as the various feasts the Israelites of old were asked to take part in. Just like with everything, the easiest answer is that it is what God is asking of us. There are other reasons for them and at least in the case of the Latter-day Saints they are necessary for salvation.
The ways of God are not the ways of man, that should be a given. When God asks us to do something for Him, it most likely is not going to make sense and will seem illogical. But it always turns out well in the end if we will trust Him and do as God asks of us. We can never go wrong if we trust in the Lord and do what He wants. That is the one sure fire way to stay on the path that leads to eternal joy and happiness. If you need proof, just give it a try. You will not be disappointed and will be pleasantly pleased at what you find! Until tomorrow.
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