Pray the Word with David Platt Called to Witness (Leviticus 5:1)
Mar 9, 2026
A short meditation on Leviticus 5:1 about the duty to speak up when truth and faith are at stake. Reflection on the harm of silent witnesses and the communal consequences of inaction. Connections are drawn from the Old Testament text to New Testament responsibility to proclaim the gospel. Concludes with prayers for boldness to share faith and for specific peoples to hear testimonies.
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Silence Can Be Sin When Called To Testify
- Leviticus 5:1 equates remaining silent when called to testify with bearing iniquity before God.
- David Platt connects this to the New Testament duty to witness about Jesus and eternal life to others in our sphere.
Gospel Testimony Mirrors Levitical Responsibility
- Witnessing the gospel is the New Testament parallel to the Leviticus example of failing to testify.
- Platt emphasizes we know Jesus' death, resurrection, and the way to eternal life, so withholding that is morally significant.
Withholding The Gospel Is Withholding Love
- Keeping the gospel to ourselves is framed as withholding the greatest news from people God loves.
- Platt highlights the moral weight of silence when we have both experience of God's love and the Spirit's empowerment to share it.