Leviticus Reading Plan (with Hebrews)
Leviticus can be a challenging read for modern readers, yet its themes of sacrifice, priesthood, holiness, worship, and God’s presence are foundational to understanding the gospel. This five-week reading plan pairs Leviticus with Hebrews so you can see how the Old Testament sacrificial system, priesthood, and covenant point forward to Jesus Christ, our perfect High Priest and sacrifice.
Week 1: Sacrifice and a Better Savior
Summary: Leviticus begins by explaining the sacrifices that enabled Israel to worship a holy God. Hebrews reveals that all these offerings ultimately point to Jesus Christ, the Son of God who provides the perfect sacrifice for sin.
Reflection Question: How do the sacrifices of Leviticus help you better appreciate Christ’s sacrifice on the cross?
☐ Day 1 – Leviticus 1–2, Hebrews 1
☐ Day 2 – Leviticus 3, Hebrews 2:1–9
☐ Day 3 – Leviticus 4:1–5:13, Hebrews 2:10–18
☐ Day 4 – Leviticus 5:14–6:30, Hebrews 3:1–15
☐ Day 5 – Leviticus 7, Hebrews 3:16–4:10
Week 2: Priests and Purity
Summary: God sets apart priests to serve before Him and teaches Israel the importance of holiness and purity. Hebrews introduces Jesus as our great High Priest, who perfectly represents His people before God.
Reflection Question: What do these chapters teach you about God’s holiness and our need for a mediator?
☐ Day 1 – Leviticus 8, Hebrews 4:11–5:4
☐ Day 2 – Leviticus 9:1–10:7, Hebrews 5:5–14
☐ Day 3 – Leviticus 10:8–11:23, Hebrews 6:1–8
☐ Day 4 – Leviticus 11:24–12:8, Hebrews 6:9–20
☐ Day 5 – Leviticus 13:1–46, Hebrews 7:1–10
Week 3: Atonement and the New Covenant
Summary: This week culminates in the Day of Atonement, the most important ceremony in Leviticus. Hebrews explains that Jesus fulfilled what these sacrifices only foreshadowed, securing eternal redemption through His own blood.
Reflection Question: Why do you think God spent so much time preparing His people for the coming of Christ through sacrifices and ceremonies?
☐ Day 1 – Leviticus 13:47–14:32, Hebrews 7:11–28
☐ Day 2 – Leviticus 14:33–57, Hebrews 8
☐ Day 3 – Leviticus 15, Hebrews 9:1–10
☐ Day 4 – Leviticus 16, Hebrews 9:11–22
☐ Day 5 – Leviticus 17–18, Hebrews 9:23–10:10
Week 4: Holy Living
Summary: Having explained how sinners can live in fellowship with God, Leviticus turns to how God’s people should live. Hebrews encourages believers to persevere in faith, trusting God and reflecting His character in everyday life.
Reflection Question: In what area of your life is God calling you to greater holiness?
☐ Day 1 – Leviticus 19, Hebrews 10:11–25
☐ Day 2 – Leviticus 20, Hebrews 10:26–39
☐ Day 3 – Leviticus 21, Hebrews 11:1–7
☐ Day 4 – Leviticus 22, Hebrews 11:8–16
☐ Day 5 – Leviticus 23:1–32, Hebrews 11:17–29
Week 5: God's Presence and Persevering Faith
Summary: Leviticus concludes with Sabbath, Jubilee, covenant blessings, and wholehearted devotion to God. Hebrews closes by urging believers to endure in faith, looking to Jesus as they await the fulfillment of God’s promises.
Reflection Question: What have you learned from Leviticus about God’s desire to dwell with His people?
☐ Day 1 – Leviticus 23:33–24:23, Hebrews 11:30–12:2
☐ Day 2 – Leviticus 25:1–22, Hebrews 12:3–17
☐ Day 3 – Leviticus 25:23–55, Hebrews 12:18–29
☐ Day 4 – Leviticus 26, Hebrews 13:1–17
☐ Day 5 – Leviticus 27, Hebrews 13:18–25
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