Exodus 39:33 Then they brought the tabernacle to Moses: the tent and all its furnishings, its clasps, frames, crossbars, posts and bases;
An appropriate title for today’s reflection seems to be “Taking Stock” because, after so long focusing on the minutiae, these verses seem to take a step back, to take a look at the bigger picture.
Exodus 39:34-35 the covering of ram skins dyed red and the covering of another durable leather and the shielding curtain; the ark of the covenant law with its poles and the atonement cover;
And I know for a fact how important that process of taking stock can be. I am guilty of getting so focused on the details, the specifics, that I lose sight of the bigger picture. That process of taking stock, of checking in, or reflecting on the entire scope of a project is important.
Exodus 39:36-37 the table with all its articles and the bread of the Presence; the pure gold lampstand with its row of lamps and all its accessories, and the olive oil for the light;
Precious Savior, Thank You for the reminder that sometimes we all need to take a step back and reassess, taking stock of the bigger picture and reminding ourselves of why we are doing what we are doing. Help us never to forget that You are at the heart of every WHY. Help us, Jesus. Amen.
Exodus 39:38 the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent;
Have a blessed day.