Sermon Central
-
A Pattern For Worship (The Tabernacle)
Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001 (message contributor)
-
1. The Place And Need For Worship
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
Where does worship fit in with God’s plan for His people?
‘Sanctuary’ – A holy place; a place set apart for sacred uses ‘that I may dwell among them’ – to abide or lodge where the people are Why now? Why did God choose this time to make a ‘place to dwell’ among the people? I. The Journey of the People A. Sojourn in Egypt (Genesis 50:22-Exodus ...read more
-
2. The Foundation Of Our Worship
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
All worship of God is to be built on a single foundation. The Tabernacle in the wilderness paints a beautiful picture of this foundation.
I. Foundation of the Tabernacle A. Basis of the Foundation (Exodus 38:25,27) 1. 100 Silver blocks, each weighing 100 lbs. 2. 10,000 lbs. = 5 tons 3. In each block of silver was a hole into which were fitted to two projections of each upright board which formed the walls of the Tabernacle ...read more
-
3. The Bronze Altar Of Burnt Offering
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
Before approaching God, something must be done with sin.
I. Dimensions & Design A. 7.5 feet square; 4.5 feet high B. Acacia wood covered with bronze C. Horns at each corner D. Rings & poles along sides for carrying E. First article of furniture when entering the Tabernacle court II. Sacrifice & Symbolism A. Called “mizbeach’ ” – “slaughter ...read more
-
4. The Laver Of Cleansing
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
The Laver of Cleansing
I. The Laver Constructed (Basin) (17-18a) A. Bronze basin on a stand (i.e. birdbath) B. Made from the mirrors of women (Exodus 38:8) II. The Laver Commissioned (18b-21) A. Located between the altar of sacrifice and the doorway to the Tabernacle building B. The priests were to wash in it before ...read more
-
5. The Menorah - Lampstand
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
The Menorah
I. Construction A. One talent of pure gold B. Six branches w/stalk in the middle = seven stalks C. Ornamental workmanship D. Each stalk with a bowl to hold oil (olive oil) II. Use A. Provide light for the sanctuary (Holy Place) B. No outside light shown into the Tabernacle ...read more
-
6. The Table Of Shewbread
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
The Table of Shewbread
I. Construction A. Achia wood layered with gold B. 3 ft. long x 1.5 ft. wide x 2.3 ft. high C. Gold moulding around top, gold rings w/poles for carrying II. Use A. Food for the priests B. 12 loaves prepared by the Levites, replaced every Sabbath C. Were to be covered with Frankencinse (Lev. ...read more
-
7. The Altar Of Incense
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
The Altar of Incense
I. Description A. Acacia wood covered with gold B. 19 inches square and 3 feet high C. Rim around outer edge D. Rings and staves for carrying E. Special incense made for the purpose (Exodus 30:34-38) F. Placed before the veil II. Significance A. Burning incense (smoke) typifies prayer going ...read more
-
8. The Ark Of The Testimony
Contributed on Sep 5, 2001
The Ark of the Testimony
I. Measurements A. 3 ft. 9 in. long B. 2 ft. 3 in. wide C. 2 ft. 3 in. high D. Shaped like a small chest II. Materials A. Shittim, or acacia wood 1. Said never to rot or decay 2. Produces sharp thorns B. Gold 1. Everything was covered with gold 2. Inside and outside 3. Mercy seat ...read more