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The Israelites’ catastrophic failure threatened to derail their covenant mission before it even began. Now they’re determined to make the most of their second chance.
They respond to God’s tabernacle-building instructions with obedience and so much generosity that the tabernacle workers have more gold and yarn than they can handle! Moses sets up the magnificent Heaven-on-Earth tent in the middle of Israel’s camp, and God’s glorious presence descends to dwell there.
And then, right before we turn to the last page of Exodus, the story takes a wild turn. The tabernacle is ready. God’s presence dwells within it. And yet Moses is prohibited from entering. Why?
Watch today’s video to review the second half of Exodus and learn more about the book’s surprising ending. How is God going to overcome the barrier between himself and his people?
Reflection questions:
- Think back over the second half of Exodus. How are the themes of covenant, law, and presence working together throughout these chapters?
- The tabernacle instructions here are very similar to the instructions given earlier in Exodus, with a few significant differences. Notice, for example, that God appoints women to “serve” at the entrance to the tent in Exodus 38:8. This is not the typical Hebrew word for serving, but a different verb that means “standing guard.” Where else have you seen guards stationed at the entrance to God’s sacred space in the biblical story? What does this tell you about the role of these women?
About this Plan

If the beginning of the Bible has ever confused you, this plan is for you. As we read through Genesis and Exodus, we’ll learn to see characters, settings, and patterns that bring the biblical story to life. This plan sets you up for a year-long journey through the entire Bible in BibleProject’s featured plan, “One Story that Leads to Jesus.”
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