As I read the passage in Exodus 35-37, Moses makes a plea for materials for the building of the Tabernacle. This plea however, is not a cry for anyone to bring anything. Rather, it is a request for those who have the proper materials of th
e best quality to provide them. Likewise, h
e asks for assistance from people to assist in building the Tabernacle. Moses does not ask for the same 20% of people who do everything to com
e and do more as is common in the church tod
ay. Rather, he asks for those who are skilled in carpentry to help construct the Tabernacle; for those who are skilled in sewing to help sew the curtains; for those who are skilled in smithing to help beat the gold to its proper shape. Moses asks for everyone to offer their best and to do what they are gifted at with their best effort. I take from this that if you are skilled at a certain area, then do that for God. If you are not, the
n don't. We all have a place in God's church to offer Him our best! We just have to decide for ourselves where and how that is...not wait for so
meone else to recruit us!
The descriptions of the Tabernacle articles are very descriptive; however, I find it best to see a picture so that I better identify with it. Here are some to help.
Ark of the Covenant (left)
Table in the Tabernacle (above)
Lamp stand (below)
Incense Alter (above)
Proverbs 7
An echo of Proverbs 5 reminding the son (or daughter) of the dangers of sex outside of a marriage relationship. It is not okay. There are consequences. The one who gives in to such temptation is called a simple-minded man without common sense (verse 7). The leading of sexual sin is awfully enticing; however, we must understand and teach our young ones the danger it brings with it. Heed these warnings and you will be wise.
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