Anciently, the sacrifices were killed; they were laid dead on the altar.

We are to present ourselves living.
The fire consumed the ancient offering; the fire of God's love and of his Spirit consumes our lives by purifying them and filling them with divine life.

Those on whom the fire fell on the day of Pentecost became new men.

There was a new life in their souls, a new ardor, a new enthusiasm.

They were on fire with love for Christ.