Day 41 - Unveiling the Pattern of God's Dwelling Place (Exodus 29-31) - Year 2
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TODAY'S READING:

• Exodus 29-31

WORD OF THE DAY:

-  Anoint

"Then anoint him by pouring the anointing oil over his head," Exodus 29:7, This verse speaks of Aaron, a very ordinary man for whom God had a divine plan. First, as a mouthpiece for Moses, and then as a holy priest.

As we journey through the pages of Exodus 29, we encounter a profound pattern in God's instructions. A pattern that reflects the intricacy of His plan for His dwelling place among His chosen people. This pattern, as noted by Hebrew scholar Robert Altar, is arranged in concentric circles.

First, we witness the donation of materials and instructions for the structure. Then, we delve into the directions for the inner sanctum and the altar. Next, we explore the vestments and sacred ornaments of the priests. As the circle continues, we encounter the priests' dedication and instructions for animal sacrifices. We proceed to the provisions for the tabernacle and daily supplies, including the washbasin for cleansing, anointing oil, and incense. These concentric circles lead us to the culmination of the holy day of the Sabbath.

This pattern, as explained by Douglas Stuart in his commentary, represents Yahweh's house among the Israelites. It symbolizes God dwelling with His people in concentric circles, as seen in Numbers 2.

But you might wonder, "What does this have to do with me?" The bigger picture is crucial. God's desire is to dwell with His chosen people, and layer by layer, circle by circle, He is allowing this to come to pass.

In Exodus 31, we witness an extraordinary moment where God calls two very ordinary men, Bezalel and Oholiab, to craft His sanctuary. God fills them with the Spirit of God, granting them great wisdom and expertise in various crafts. This emphasizes God's personal involvement and empowerment of those He chooses.

As we delve deeper into Exodus, we encounter detailed instructions, such as those for the basin. These details matter because of who God has made us now. Revelation 1:6 states, "He has made us a Kingdom of priests for God his Father." We are priests chosen by God for a special purpose.

Anointing, as described in Exodus 29:7, involves pouring oil abundantly upon the anointed. It signifies God pouring His divine grace upon His chosen ones. In the New Testament, Acts 10:38 reveals that God anointed Jesus with the Holy Spirit and power.

2 Corinthians 1:21-22 further confirms that God enables us to stand firm for Christ and identifies us as His own by placing the Holy Spirit in our hearts. This Spirit, the anointing of God, is given to dwell in us.

As we reflect on these concentric circles and the anointing of God's Spirit, we are reminded of the intricate plan God has for us to dwell with Him. The Old Testament rituals paved the way for God to be with His people, and in the New Testament, the Holy Spirit resides within us, guaranteeing the promises of God.

The pattern of God's dwelling place continues to unfold, and as we journey through Exodus, let us embrace the significance of God's plan and the anointing of His Spirit in our lives.

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