Lev 2:2 | MHM | STEP | v. 2, 9 : Part of the meat-offering is burned on the altar as a memorial, to remember God’s kindness in giving food. It is called “an offering made by fire” ( v. 2, 9 ). Burning some of the offering reminds people that all their food could be destroyed, but God’s mercy has spared them. It also teaches that food is not everything—people do not live by bread alone (1 Corinthians 6:13 ). The burnt part is a sweet smell to the Lord . Our spiritual offerings, like giving to others, are also pleasing to God (Philippians 4:18; Hebrews 13:16 ).

‏ Leviticus 2:2

v. 2, 9: Part of the meat-offering is burned on the altar as a memorial, to remember God’s kindness in giving food. It is called “an offering made by fire” (v. 2, 9 ^a). Burning some of the offering reminds people that all their food could be destroyed, but God’s mercy has spared them. It also teaches that food is not everything—people do not live by bread alone (1 Corinthians 6:13 ^b). The burnt part is a sweet smell to the Lord. Our spiritual offerings, like giving to others, are also pleasing to God (Philippians 4:18; Hebrews 13:16 ^c).