Bible reading for May 1. Numbers 8. "...Aaron shall offer the Levites before the LORD as a wave offering from the people of Israel, that they may do the service of the LORD." (Num 8:11) DEDICATION OF THE LEVITES. The Israelites are wrapping up a year at Mt Sinai and preparing to hit the road. The tabernacle has been consecrated for service, as were the priests, and now those carrying the tabernacle are dedicated to that service. NO RETIREMENT? I've often heard it said that the concept of retirement is not biblical. I would respond to that -- yes, and no. No, we never stop loving the Lord, walking with him, serving him, serving others, and generally, being useful to God and community. But our usefulness varies with life stage and ability . There are seasons to life and ministry. Verse 25 says, "And from the age of fifty years they shall withdraw from the duty of the service and serve no more." These men could serve guard duty,...