Day 2: Dedication to God

The name Hanukkah itself speaks of chanukat haMizbeach—the dedication of the altar. After the Temple was cleansed, it was restored as kadosh (קָדוֹשׁ), holy and set apart for God. This dedication was an act of worship, or avodah (עֲבוֹדָה), expressing wholehearted devotion to the Lord.

As followers of Yeshua, we are now called to live lives that are likewise dedicated. Our hearts have become a dwelling place for God’s Spirit, and Hanukkah invites us to rededicate ourselves—removing what does not honor Him and restoring what does.

As we go forward, let us re-examine our lives in every area – with family, friends, and acquaintances. Do you have bitterness or anger or resentment with anyone? Now is the time to ‘see‘ the emotional baggage that has affected your life and the consequences that baggage has caused. 

It is time to forgive (personally, if you can), not only the other person, but to forgive yourself (essential) – it is a two-way street…and then…turn it over to the only One that covers all our sins.