Hebrews 9:1-10
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Worship in the Earthly Tabernacle
1 Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. 2 A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand and the table with its consecrated bread; this was called the Holy Place. 3 Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, 4 which had the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. This ark contained the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. 5 Above the ark were the cherubim of the Glory, overshadowing the atonement cover. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. 6 When everything had been arranged like this, the priests entered regularly into the outer room to carry on their ministry. 7 But only the high priest entered the inner room, and that only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance. 8 The Holy Spirit was showing by this that the way into the Most Holy Place had not yet been disclosed as long as the first tabernacle was still functioning. 9 This is an illustration for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered were not able to clear the conscience of the worshiper. 10 They are only a matter of food and drink and various ceremonial washings—external regulations applying until the time of the new order.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
9:5 Cherubim are mighty angels.
9:6-8 The high priest could enter the Most Holy Place (9:3; or the"inner room," 9:7), the innermost room of the tabernacle, one day each year to atone for the nation's sins. The Most Holy Place was a small room that contained the ark of the covenant (a gold-covered chest containing the original stone tablets on which the Ten Commandments were written, a jar of manna, and Aaron's staff). The top of the chest served as the"atonement cover" (the altar) on which the blood would be sprinkled by the high priest on the Day of Atonement. The Most Holy Place was the most sacred spot on earth for the Jews. Only the high priest could enter--the other priests and the common people were forbidden to come into the room. Their only access to God was through the high priest, who would offer a sacrifice and use the animal's blood to atone first for his own sins and then for the people's sins (see also 10:19).
9:10 The people had to keep the Old Testament dietary laws and ceremonial cleansing laws until Christ came with God's new and better way.
Remember when there were discussions on GAW about going to church? Some said they don't go but have a strong personal relationship with God. Others expressed great satisfaction with their church. These verses have me remembering about the journey to experience "corporate" worship again. The personal relationship and understanding of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit led to finding worship with others. Covid caused many churches and temples to close. I found myself sitting outside a church that had a flagpole in front of it with our flag flying at half mast. I wondered then if it would rise or fall. God is a great symphony conductor. He knows how to lead the players of the instruments. He knows the music he has scored in its entirety--every note, nuance, and tone. He knows the earthly temple and the heavenly one He had planned from the beginning. Hearts and minds? Focused? Where Jesus is? God knows the progression and timing of His symphony. His order and timing is best.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word where we can seek, read, and learn about You. Your ways are marvelous. How delightful is Your awesome timing! It is perfect. You sent Your Son and He said that He would rebuild this temple in three days, and He did. And now He intercedes for us with You in heaven. What a glorious symphony! Oh, that we would awaken to hear and participate in it. Lord, let us be patient to enjoy every bit of Your works. Let us delight in the fullness of it day by day. In Jesus' holy name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtube.com/watch?v=C_90_NAbv3k
Bonus Song: https://youtube.com/watch?v=gNpFptGgJo0
Have a blessed day.
Hebrews 9:1-10
https://www.biblestudytools.com/hebrews/passage/?q=hebrews+9:1-10
Worship in the Earthly Tabernacle
1 Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. 2 A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand and the table with its consecrated bread; this was called the Holy Place. 3 Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, 4 which had the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. This ark contained the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. 5 Above the ark were the cherubim of the Glory, overshadowing the atonement cover. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. 6 When everything had been arranged like this, the priests entered regularly into the outer room to carry on their ministry. 7 But only the high priest entered the inner room, and that only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance. 8 The Holy Spirit was showing by this that the way into the Most Holy Place had not yet been disclosed as long as the first tabernacle was still functioning. 9 This is an illustration for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered were not able to clear the conscience of the worshiper. 10 They are only a matter of food and drink and various ceremonial washings—external regulations applying until the time of the new order.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
9:5 Cherubim are mighty angels.
9:6-8
9:10 The people had to keep the Old Testament dietary laws and ceremonial cleansing laws until Christ came with God's new and better way.
Remember when there were discussions on GAW about going to church? Some said they don't go but have a strong personal relationship with God. Others expressed great satisfaction with their church. These verses have me remembering about the journey to experience "corporate" worship again. The personal relationship and understanding of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit led to finding worship with others. Covid caused many churches and temples to close. I found myself sitting outside a church that had a flagpole in front of it with our flag flying at half mast. I wondered then if it would rise or fall. God is a great symphony conductor. He knows how to lead the players of the instruments. He knows the music he has scored in its entirety--every note, nuance, and tone. He knows the earthly temple and the heavenly one He had planned from the beginning. Hearts and minds? Focused? Where Jesus is? God knows the progression and timing of His symphony. His order and timing is best.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word where we can seek, read, and learn about You. Your ways are marvelous. How delightful is Your awesome timing! It is perfect. You sent Your Son and He said that He would rebuild this temple in three days, and He did. And now He intercedes for us with You in heaven. What a glorious symphony! Oh, that we would awaken to hear and participate in it. Lord, let us be patient to enjoy every bit of Your works. Let us delight in the fullness of it day by day. In Jesus' holy name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtube.com/watch?v=C_90_NAbv3k
Bonus Song: https://youtube.com/watch?v=gNpFptGgJo0
Have a blessed day.
Hebrews 9:1-10
https://www.biblestudytools.com/hebrews/passage/?q=hebrews+9:1-10
Worship in the Earthly Tabernacle
1 Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. 2 A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand and the table with its consecrated bread; this was called the Holy Place. 3 Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, 4 which had the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. This ark contained the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. 5 Above the ark were the cherubim of the Glory, overshadowing the atonement cover. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. 6 When everything had been arranged like this, the priests entered regularly into the outer room to carry on their ministry. 7 But only the high priest entered the inner room, and that only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance. 8 The Holy Spirit was showing by this that the way into the Most Holy Place had not yet been disclosed as long as the first tabernacle was still functioning. 9 This is an illustration for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered were not able to clear the conscience of the worshiper. 10 They are only a matter of food and drink and various ceremonial washings—external regulations applying until the time of the new order.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
Remember when there were discussions on GAW about going to church? Some said they don't go but have a strong personal relationship with God. Others expressed great satisfaction with their church. These verses have me remembering about the journey to experience "corporate" worship again. The personal relationship and understanding of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit led to finding worship with others. Covid caused many churches and temples to close. I found myself sitting outside a church that had a flagpole in front of it with our flag flying at half mast. I wondered then if it would rise or fall. God is a great symphony conductor. He knows how to lead the players of the instruments. He knows the music he has scored in its entirety--every note, nuance, and tone. He knows the earthly temple and the heavenly one He had planned from the beginning. Hearts and minds? Focused? Where Jesus is? God knows the progression and timing of His symphony. His order and timing is best.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word where we can seek, read, and learn about You. Your ways are marvelous. How delightful is Your awesome timing! It is perfect. You sent Your Son and He said that He would rebuild this temple in three days, and He did. And now He intercedes for us with You in heaven. What a glorious symphony! Oh, that we would awaken to hear and participate in it. Lord, let us be patient to enjoy every bit of Your works. Let us delight in the fullness of it day by day. In Jesus' holy name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtube.com/watch?v=C_90_NAbv3k
Bonus Song: https://youtube.com/watch?v=gNpFptGgJo0
Have a blessed day.