To the modern eye, many of the regulations in the Old Testament seem archaic. But look closer. The LORD was showing the Israelites what it meant to be set apart, or holy.
HE does this today as well. Granted we don't have to sacrifice sheep, goats, and oxen to have fellowship or remove sin, but as we mature HE prunes us of worldly habits and sin.
Since becoming a Christian, most believers would agree that their lives have changed. A large part of this is due to the work of the Holy Spirit. As we mature, HE changes our desires and wants to more reflect who we are in CHRIST.
For example, a book or movie that you found okay earlier in your walk makes you uncomfortable now. Later on you may note that the language bothered you or there was too much sex. The season of your life where that was acceptable is over.
This can be uncomfortable. I personally have had to give up novels, games and movies that make my soul itch now but didn't earlier. It is always better to let go with grace rather than trying to hold on to these things. For one thing we know that whenever GOD takes something away HE has something better in the wings. Second, holding on to them will just make you miserable in the long run.
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