A beloved sister had these questions about the Census. I am posting these questions and concerns because we need to be totally transparent in what we have been called to do:
I am seeking Holy Spirit on this matter, of the silver shekel ?
Our Heavenly Father gave us a double-witness on conducting this census. It was not on our top 100 list, not on our radar. We simply responded with an “Amen” and proceeded. Jesus did not do away with the Law but fulfilled the Law. The Divine Court did not close its doors of judgment but is still deciding cases, evoking judgments, and inspecting evidence or fruit. The devil is still operational thus requiring a Divine Court. Sin is still abounding.
My concern is that Jesus paid in full through His death & resurrection.
We can’t buy our way?
This census is not about redemption, it is about be counted as one of those who are called to be a remnant, one of the elect, one of those who is willing to take up his or her cross and go through the maturing process. The Apostle Paul’s life was filled with challenges after he was saved and filled with the Holy Ghost.
Yes Jesus paid temple tax, with the coin in the fishes mouth, awesome miracle!
I thought that was done, so not to cause offense where they were?
Jesus’ entire ministry reflected lawfulness, not tradition. He offended those in charge by healing on the Sabbath, etc. so He was not so much concerned about offending as He was fulfilling the Spirit of the Law.
Jesus was still under old testament law then, old covenant… until He Died & Rose again, New Covenant!
Jesus existed before, during, and after the Old Covenant. He was glorified while under the Old Covenant at the Mount of Transfiguration. He was the fulfillment of the Old and the New Covenant.
I guess i believe that we as believers of Jesus, are saved by His Atoning sacrifice, through
His Body suffering & redemptive Blood sacrifice, "IT IS FINISHED" the complete work.
Once again, this census is not about redemption. When the census was taken in the Book of Numbers, all of the people were from the tribes of Israel. The census was for those who were called to do warfare. If you are not led to this area, you should not consider being counted in the census.
Holy Spirit dwells within us now, we are His temple, we need to keep our body pure, our
heart humble to be worthy vessels, so not to grieve Holy Spirit.
I don’t know but something not sitting easy in my spirit? can’t explain it, seeking further revelation?
Typically when something is “not sitting easy in your spirit”, I recommend you not participate. This is not about being divisive. This is about bringing those who have been called to a particular aspect of the Kingdom to come forth in unity. The ultimate purpose is to minister to all of mankind thus those who are not called will receive the benefit of the manifestation of the Sons of GOD. It is a “win-win” for all. Don’t feel guilty if you are not led to participate. You are not called to be all things to all people. Simply focus on your particular calling and everything will be fine. If on the other hand you are being drawn to participate, you should not resist. Our Heavenly Father fully understands our humanity as well as our individual callings. Not all of us are called to be on the front lines. Some are called to intercession, some are called to feed the elderly. All callings are important to the Kingdom. Just do your part.
Hopefully these responses provide some clarification.