"Now the main point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, and who serves in the sanctuary, the true tabernacle set up by the Lord, not by a mere human being" (Hebrews 8:1-2).
In the Old Testament (OT) Tabernacle we learn how Moses, instructed by the LORD, had the craftsmen build it exactly how God had told him. This replica was only a copy, or shadow of the True Tabernacle. That True Tabernacle is heaven where Jesus, our High Priest, now sits at the right hand of God. This, after He had died on the cross, resurrected and ascended back to heaven. Then He sat, work completed.
One day, those who have accepted Jesus as Savior will get to go to the True Tabernacle where Jesus lives. Right now, this Tabernacle is open, waiting for all to come to faith in Him.
Do you know there's another kind of Tabernacle currently on earth? It is no longer a tent of embroidered covers, animal skins, wood, gold and the like. It is our heart; muscle and blood. When an individual accepts Jesus as Savior, the Holy Spirit comes and indwells him or her. This is why we must be very careful how we live and serve the Lord (see 2 Corinthians 6:16).
One day soon, we will be able to go to this True Tabernacle. Let's live circumspect lives that please the Lord until then.
Heavenly Father, I look forward to being with You in the true Tabernacle some day soon and to be with You forever. For now, please help me to live carefully to please and honor You. Thank You for the Holy Spirit's indwelling and Who aids me in this.
I ask in Jesus' name. Amen.
~ERC March 2024~
Based on Hebrews 8 & 9.
Sing, Soon and Very Soon, along with Andrea Crouch.
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