The substitution of the Levites for the firstborn of every family was an intricate system of service and redemption. The firstborn of all the famillies of Israel numbered 22, 273. The number of the Levites was 22,000. The extra 273 people had to be redeemed for God by an offering of five shekels. The 273 … Continue reading Levites Role and Levites (Kohathites) Duties Expanded (Numbers 3:40 – 4:20)
The Cloud, The Glory, and the Burnt Offering (Exodus 40:34-38; Leviticus 1:1-17)
In the latter verses of the book of Exodus, Moses has directed the erection and arrangement of the tabernacle, the cloud of God's presence (Spirit) covered the tabernacle as God's presence fill the tabernacle. From this point forward, the cloud would hover above the tabernacle. When the cloud lifted, the Israelites would disassemble the tabernacle … Continue reading The Cloud, The Glory, and the Burnt Offering (Exodus 40:34-38; Leviticus 1:1-17)
The Promise of the Powerful Presence of God (Exodus 33:12 – 34:9)
Moses reasons with God about the next step in Israel's journey, lifting up the necessity of God's presence going with Israel if they were to succeed in their quest for the promised land. God promises Moses that His presence will go with Israel, and that they will experience rest. Moses reiterates his insistence on such … Continue reading The Promise of the Powerful Presence of God (Exodus 33:12 – 34:9)
On the Mountain With God (Exodus 24:9 – 25:9)
Moses obeys the command to take Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu up to the mountain, as well as 70 elders from Israel, and they all saw God. Although the chronology of the passage from yesterday's blog and this one today seem a bit confused, or at least redundant, it appears that God wanted to reveal Himself, … Continue reading On the Mountain With God (Exodus 24:9 – 25:9)
Devoted To You 