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Exodus-33

The Tent of Meeting: A Devotional Study on Exodus 33​

Introduction​

The book of Exodus chronicles the formative years of the Israelite's experience with God. From their captivity in Egypt to their liberation and the giving of the law, the story of Exodus serves as a foundation of the Jewish faith. As we delve into Exodus 33, let's discover the profound truths and spiritual insights embedded in this transcendent passage.

Section 1: Moses' Request (Exodus 33:12-17)​

Devotional Thought: Moses, the revered leader of the Israelites, cuts through the noise and asks God for what he desperately wants. He asks, "Show me your glory" (Exodus 33:18). Moses' request reveals his faithfulness and longing to know God's true form. Consider the parallels in our lives. What are we asking God for, and why?

Reflection Questions:

  • What does it mean to know God's true form?
  • How can we deepen our desire to know God, like Moses did?

Section 2: God's Declaration (Exodus 33:18-23)​

Devotional Thought: God responds to Moses' request by declaring, "My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest" (Exodus 33:14). God's profound words remind us of His omnipresence and our need for Him. Consider the calm assurance that comes with the knowledge of God's presence.

Reflection Questions:

  • How does God's presence bring us rest?
  • How can we recognize and trust in God's omnipresence?

Section 3: The Tent of Meeting (Exodus 33:7-11)​

Devotional Thought: God asks Moses to set up a tent, the Tent of Meeting, outside the camp. This tent became the dwelling place of God's divine glory. It reminds us of God's commitment to meet us where we are, just as Moses met Him at the Tent of Meeting in Horeb.

Reflection Questions:

  • How does God's promise to meet us wherever we are encourage you?
  • In what ways can we create an environment for God's presence in our lives?

Section 4: The Tabernacle (Exodus 33:7-11)​

Devotional Thought: Inside the Tent of Meeting was an ornate tabernacle, the very dwelling place of God's glory. The tabernacle, with its various detail, speaks of God's majestic and intricate nature, and our need to approach Him in reverence and awe.

Reflection Questions:

  • How do we approach God with reverence and awe?
  • In what ways can our worship and prayer reflect God's majestic and intricate nature?

Section 5: The Incident with the Rock (Numbers 20:11)​

Devotional Thought: As we conclude our Exodus devotional journey, we can't neglect Numbers 20:11's incident with the rock. Moses disobeyed God's command by striking the rock, rather than speaking to it, a mistake reminding us of the importance of obedience and trust in God's methods.

Reflection Questions:

  • How does obedience to God's commands bring us closer to Him?
  • How can we apply these lessons of obedience in our daily lives?

Conclusion:​

As we close our Exodus devotional journey, let's contemplate the value of deeply seeking God and trusting in His methods. Like Moses, let's pursue God's true form even in the midst of chaos, and trust in His omnipresence wherever we are. May we strive for reverence and awe in our approach to God, obediently following His methods, and cultivating an environment for His presence.