Lesson Eight:
The Tabernacle – A picture of Christ and Redemption
Scripture: Exodus chapters 25 to 30
I. Things concerning the tabernacle were a shadow of things to come
(Heb. 8:3-5 Heb. 9:9, 24 Heb. 10:1)
II. The High Priest represents Christ (Heb. 3:1-2 Heb. 4:14-16 Heb. 8:1-2)
III. The priesthood represents Christians (I Pet. 2:5,9)
IV. Alter of burnt offering represents sacrificing self (Rom. 12:1)
V. Water laver represents baptism (Ex. 30:17-21 Acts 2:41,47 Heb. 10:19-25)
VI. Holy place represents church (Heb. 9:6)
VII. Table of shewbread represents the Lord’s Supper (Matt. 12:4 Luke 6:4)
VIII. Candlestick represents the word of truth (II Pet. 2:9 II Cor. 4:1-4)
VIII. Veil represents separation of the people from God (Matt. 27:50-53 Heb. 10:18-22)
IX. Alter of incense represents Christ’s sacrifice and our prayers (Heb. 9:11,12 Rev. 8:1-4)
X. Ark with the mercy seat represents God’s throne (containing. . . .)
A. Law of the testimony (lead)
B. Manna (feed)
C. Aaron’s rod (protect)
Conclusion: In this study we have only begun to experience the symbolism of the tabernacle. Much more can be gained in our continued personal study.
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Lesson Eight: The Tabernacle – A Picture of Christ and Redemption
Most Holy Place Holy Place Courtyard
1. Ark of the Covenant 1. Table of shewbread 1. Water laver
2. Alter of incense 2. Candlestick 2. Alter of sacrifice
The Most Holy Place = Heaven
The Holy Place = Church
High Priest = Christ
Priesthood = Christians
Alter of Burnt Offering = Self Sacrifice
Water Laver = Baptism
Table of Shewbread = Lord’s Supper
Candlestick = Word of Truth
Veil = Separation
Alter of Incense = Christ’s Sacrifice and Our Prayers
Ark With Mercy Seat = God’s Throne
containing: Law of the testimony (lead)
Pot of Manna (feed)
Aaron’s Rod (protect)
Conclusion: In this study we have only begun to experience the symbolism of the tabernacle. Much more can be gained in our personal study.
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