June 1, 2025
I. Provides his people with a non-negotiable foundation of order and truth for his creative purposes: The creative power and uncompromising standard of God’s Command Exodus 24
a. Beyond moralism to new creation: reestablishing God’s righteousness 24:1-18.
b. Acknowledging our greatest need: Fellowship with God 24:9-11.
II. Provides his people with God’s grace to receive God’s provision for their most desperate need: New life Exodus 25-31
a. The Tabernacle: new creation (Ex 25:1; 30:11, 17, 22, 34; 31:1, 12).
b. Priesthood: new humanity (Heb. 2:10-18).
c. Sacrifice: new life (John 1:14-18, 29, Matt 11:28-30).
The perfect life God’s law demands
Is the life that God’s love provides
For those who freely receive it
And freely give it back.
Give God your pain
In exchange for his life.
1. God’s word is the absolute standard that makes creation right and aligned with God. Do you want to keep trying on your own efforts, or are you willing to trust Christ with your pain and let him carry the burden for you in exchange for his gentle guidance in love?
2. Jesus knows our pain because he died for us. Are you willing to ask, receive, and rest in his all-sufficient grace in the midst of your pain?
