Pastor and Senior Leader David Wise of Greenford Baptist Church continues his epic Exodus teaching series this week as he explores what the High Priest's clothing and the altar tell us about our relationship with God today.
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Text Notes
Introduction
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The book of Exodus, and the events narrated in it is probably the most significant part of the OT
The Altar (27:1-8)
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he key piece of furniture outside of the tabernacle itself
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In sin offerings the animal died in place of the person
The Courtyard (27:9-19)
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An area sectioned off for worshippers
Lampstand Oil (27:20-21)
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Only the finest oil was to be used
The Priest’s Clothing (28:1-43)
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The priests carried the peoples’ burdens
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The High Priest was entirely devoted to God
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The High Priest was an anticipation of Jesus, in reality forgiveness of sins is only possible because of Jesus’ death
Application
What have we learnt this morning?
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Sin is serious and blocks access to God
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We all as priests have a role in helping people find their way to God