1. We are sons of God.

2. Instructions for the passing of loved ones.

"The cutting of the flesh and hair of the forehead in connection with the dead ‘had heathen associations, and may have been designed to help in concluding a covenant with the departed, at whose grave the shed blood or cut hair might be offered."

- Beacon Bible Commentary, Ford, Deasley, 555-556

“Those that are dedicated to God as a holy people must do nothing to disfigure themselves; the body is the for the Lord, and is to be used accordingly.”

- Commentaries on Deuteronomy, Henry, lxxxii

3. We are chosen to be holy.

4. What to eat.

“Our faith must be tested. God builds no ships but what He sends them to sea.”

- D. L. Moody - The Preacher’s Commentary, Maxwell, 188

Sermon Discussion Questions
1. What does being a son of God (child of God) mean to you? When did this distinction have a greater understanding in your life?

2. What about your funeral would you like to be different from the current culture?

3. How did verse two speak to you? Key words were "holy" and "treasured possession".

4. Did you feel God leading you to change any of your eating patterns?

5. How can you embrace the idea of "be separate from other nations" and "you are given an opportunity to exercise your faith"?

6. How does this passage help you understand God's protection for your life?