Passage
Exodus 27:1-21 (ESV)
The Songs of Moses and of the Lamb
Revelation 15:1-8
Key Verse: 15:4
Come to God Each Day
Date: Jan. 15, 2016
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 27:1-2
First, God opened the way for all people to offer sacrifices (1-19). The first thing people saw was the bronze altar. The altar had bronze plates. It was light, with rings allowing transport. The people could interact daily with God. Burnt sacrifices were offered to atone for sin. Thank offerings of grain were offered. Its vivid presence constantly reminded the people that they could seek God by means of the burnt sacrifice each day. The crowds came to pray, some to repent, others to give thanks. People could hold onto the horns of the altar to seek mercy and forgiveness.
Second, God watches day and night (20-21). God commanded to keep the lamp in the tent of meeting burning continually from evening to morning. So the lamps were kept burning throughout the night. God is always awake and keeping watch over his people. He hears and answers prayers day and night.
Prayer: Lord, thank you for inviting us to worship you each day. We know you are listening to our prayers.
One Word: Interact with God each day
