JESUS in the
TABERNACLE of Moses
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The word ‘ worshiper ’ does not mean a singer . It means : reverence , respect , to kiss , to move towards and
Temple Keeper . .
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OOver 40 chapters in the Bible refers to the Tabernacle of Moses . Thus underscoring its relevance in our worship and Christian walk today . The Tabernacle was located in the centre , of the 603,550 people who left Egypt . The 12 tribes of Israel surrounded it , three tribes on each side . The formation was in the shape of a cross . The common people of Israel were not allowed to enter the Tabernacle as this was reserved for the Priests .
The Tabernacle was divided into three separate courts , an Outer Court , an Inner Court and the Holy of Holiest Court . Not all the Priesthood were allowed in every court .
The Outer Court The Outer Court is where our sins are dealt with , where we receive salvation and are washed , cleansed and sanctified . The sin offering would be placed upon the Brazen Altar near the entrance . This was the place of stench , blood , dirt and heat . There would be a continual black smoke ( this represents the purging of Israel ’ s sins ) arising which could be seen for miles around . Scripture states that without the shedding of blood there is no remission for sin . It was here in the Outer Court that animals were killed as sacrifices for sin by the High Priest . The animal had to be without blemish . Jesus represents both the High Priest