Priscilla Devotions

 📖 Exodus 40:  Glory Filled the Tabernacle: God Dwells Among His People " From obedience to indwelling — God's presence crowns our devotion" Aim : To emphasize the importance of obedience and God's glory filling our lives when we make room for Him. 🕊️ God’s Attributes in Exodus 40 Faithful – God fulfills His promise to dwell among His people. Holy – His presence sanctifies the Tabernacle. Glorious – His glory visibly fills the space of worship. 📌 Key Facts Moses sets up the Tabernacle exactly as instructed. The cloud of God’s presence covers and fills the Tabernacle. Israel is led by the cloud by day and fire by night. 🔍 Three Ps Presence – God's glory descends, affirming His nearness. Preparation – Moses prepares every part of the Tabernacle carefully. Pattern – The people follow God's divine design in worship. 💡 Insights God's glory only came after full obedience. The Tabernacle is a model for ou...

 📖 Leviticus 1:  The Way to Draw Near / 🇫🇷 Lévitique 1 : Le Chemin pour S’approcher de Dieu "Sacrifice is the beginning of worship and fellowship with a holy God" Aim : To understand how offerings symbolize wholehearted devotion, and how Jesus fulfilled the ultimate burnt offering. ✨ God's Attributes in Leviticus 1: Holy : He sets standards of approach. Gracious : He provides a way to restore relationship. Personal : He calls individuals by name to draw near. 📌 Key Facts: Leviticus opens with instructions on burnt offerings , given directly by God to Moses from the Tent of Meeting. Burnt offerings had to be unblemished and offered voluntarily. The offering was completely consumed on the altar—nothing was kept back. It provided atonement and symbolized full surrender. 🔁 Three Ps in Leviticus 1: People : Israelites called to present sacrifices. Place : The Tabernacle (Tent of Meeting). Purpose : Atonement and consecration to G...

 📖 Exodus 39:  Robes of Glory: Honoring God with Excellence " Every thread mattered—because it was for the Lord" 🎯 Aim : To reflect on the significance of obedience, beauty, and excellence in serving God through the detailed crafting of the priestly garments. 🧠 God’s Attributes : 🎨 Creative in detail 🧵 Attentive to design and purpose 👑 Worthy of glory and excellence 📌 Facts : The priestly garments, including the ephod, breastpiece, robe, tunic, turban, and sash, were made as the Lord commanded. The artisans used blue, purple, scarlet yarn, and fine linen. The gold plate for the turban was inscribed: "HOLY TO THE LORD." The Israelites did all the work exactly as the Lord had commanded Moses. Moses inspected the work and blessed them. 🔍 Three Ps : 👨‍🎨 People : Skilled workers who crafted the garments 👕 Places : The Holy garments were for service in the Tabernacle 🎯 Purposes : To minister before God in holiness and beauty ...

  📖   Exodus 38:  Counted for Worship: Sacred Offerings and Purposeful Work “ When our hands are devoted to God, even the smallest detail counts for eternity” Aim : To highlight how every offering and act of obedience matters in the building of God's dwelling. 🔷  God’s Attributes Orderly  – God values precision and excellence in worship. Holy  – His presence requires sacred preparation. Just  – He remembers every contribution. 📌  Facts Bezalel led the making of the altar, basin, courtyard, and inventory. Materials like bronze, gold, and silver were contributed by the people. The silver from the census (603,550 men) was used for the sanctuary. 📖  Three Ps People  – The skilled craftsmen, led by Bezalel and under Moses’ direction. Places  – The bronze altar, laver (basin), and outer courtyard are constructed. Purposes  – To fulfill God’s command and prepare a place for His presence. 💡  Insights God notices the giver and...

📖 Exodus 37:  Crafted for Glory: God’s Design, Man’s Obedience / Exode 37 : Construit pour la Gloire de Dieu 🪔"Every detail of obedience reflects God’s holiness." 🎯 Aim To show how sacred craftsmanship and obedience fulfill God’s purposes and reflect His glory. 🙌 God’s Attributes Intentional – God gives specific instructions for holy use. Glorious – His dwelling place reflects His majesty. Worthy – Every detail crafted for His worship. 📌 Facts from Exodus 37 Bezalel, filled with the Spirit of God, crafts the Ark of the Covenant , Mercy Seat , Table for the Bread of the Presence , Golden Lampstand , Altar of Incense , and Anointing Oil . All items are made according to the LORD’s commands . Pure gold is prominently used, symbolic of value, purity, and divine presence. 🔑 Three Ps Precision:  Every measurement and material mattered. Presence:  These sacred objects prepared a place for God’s presence. Purpose:  Each...

 📖 Exodus 36: Overflowing Generosity: Building for God’s Glory " When Willing Hearts Meet Divine Purpose" Aim To highlight how God works through the generosity and skill of His people to establish His presence among them. God’s Attributes Inspirer : He stirs hearts for giving and service. Provider : He enables with both material and skill. Orderly : He gives clear plans and organizes His work. Facts Bezalel, Oholiab, and others were filled with skill and wisdom to build the Tabernacle. The people gave so much that Moses had to restrain them from bringing more. Work began on the Tabernacle as per God’s instructions. Three Ps Provision : God provides skills and resources through His people. Participation : Many contributed—through giving or building. Progress : The work of the Tabernacle advanced through faithful service. Insights God’s work is never lacking when people are willing and obedient . A heart stirred by God is not...

📖 Exodus 35: Willing Hearts, Skillful Hands: A Call to Holy Contribution " Worship through Work: Giving What God Has Given" Aim To reflect on the call to generosity, the value of Spirit-enabled work, and the joy of contributing to God's dwelling place among His people. God’s Attributes Generous: Inspires generosity among His people. Empowering: Fills individuals with wisdom and skill. Present: Desires to dwell among His people. Facts God commands Moses to gather offerings for the Tabernacle. Only those whose hearts were willing gave. Skilled artisans, empowered by the Spirit, began the construction work. Three Ps Provision: God's people give materials and skills for God’s work. Participation: Everyone—men and women—had a role to play. Presence: The Tabernacle, once complete, would house God's presence. Insights God doesn’t just ask for things—He gives first (wisdom, resources, ability) and then invites us to g...

  📖   Exodus 33:  Presence Over Promises: Choosing God Himself “ When God's presence goes with us, we are truly set apart.” Aim : To help believers prioritize intimacy with God above His blessings, and recognize the value of His presence in our journey. God's Attributes in Exodus 33 Merciful and gracious Relational and personal Holy and just Willing to forgive and renew covenant Facts After the golden calf incident, God tells Moses He will send an angel but not go with them. Moses pleads for God’s presence to continue with Israel. God reassures Moses and reveals His goodness. Moses asks to see God's glory. Three Ps Presence : Moses knew God’s presence was essential for guidance and identity (v.15–16). Petition : Moses boldly interceded on behalf of the people (v.12–13). Promise : God promises to go with Moses and give him rest (v.14). Insights God values relationship over ritual. Even after sin, He responds to sincere intercession. Moses teaches us that intimacy with God...

 📖 Exodus 34:  Covenant Renewed: Encountering God's Glory and Grace " When God reveals Himself, He restores and transforms." Aim : To show that God, though just, is merciful and faithful to renew relationship with His people after failure. God’s Attributes in Exodus 34 Merciful and gracious Slow to anger Abounding in love and faithfulness Forgiving, yet just Covenant-keeping Facts God commands Moses to chisel new stone tablets after the previous ones were broken. God reveals His name and nature to Moses (Exodus 34:6–7). The covenant is renewed, with God emphasizing obedience and distinctiveness. Moses' face shines after speaking with God. Three Ps Proclamation : God declares His name and character to Moses (v.6–7). Presence : Moses spends 40 days and nights on the mountain with God (v.28–29). Purity : God commands Israel to avoid idolatry and remain separate from pagan practices (v.12–16). Insights Failure is not f...

📖 Exodus 32:  The Golden Failure: Intercession in the Face of Idolatry " When God’s people stray, His mercy still makes a way." Aim : To reflect on the seriousness of idolatry, the necessity of spiritual leadership, and the power of intercession in restoring broken fellowship with God. God’s Attributes : Just – God reacts righteously against sin. Merciful – He listens to Moses’ intercession and relents. Holy – His presence cannot coexist with rebellion. Forgiving – Even after grave failure, He offers restoration. Facts : While Moses was on Mount Sinai, the people built a golden calf. Aaron gave in to the pressure and crafted the idol. God’s anger burned against Israel, but Moses interceded. The Levites took a stand for the Lord and executed judgment. God struck the people with a plague because of their sin. Three Ps : People : The Israelites demand and worship the golden calf. Priest : Aaron caves in, showing weak spiritual ...

  📖   Exodus 31:  Crafted by God: Empowered for His Glory “ God equips, empowers, and sets apart His people for holy work and rest.” Aim: To reflect on how God calls, equips, and sets apart individuals for His work, and to understand the importance of rest and obedience in our relationship with Him. God’s Attributes: Empowering:  God fills with His Spirit those He appoints. Orderly:  He gives specific instructions and timelines. Holy:  He sanctifies both work and Sabbath. Covenant-Keeping:  He emphasizes His eternal covenant with Israel. Facts: God appoints Bezalel and Oholiab to oversee the building of the Tabernacle. They are filled with the Spirit of God in wisdom, understanding, and skill. The Sabbath is reaffirmed as a sign of the covenant between God and Israel. God gives Moses the two tablets of the Testimony, written by His own hand. Three Ps: People:  Bezalel, Oholiab, and skilled artisans. Presence:  God’s Spirit empowers their wor...

 📖 Exodus 30: Fragrance of Prayer: Drawing Near to a Holy God " Sacred spaces, sacred moments: Worship that pleases God begins with purity and prayer." Aim : To understand the significance of prayer, atonement, and purity in our walk with God, and how these elements prepare us for deeper communion with Him. 🕊️ God’s Attributes in Exodus 30 Holy : He dwells in sacred places and requires sanctity in approach. Approachable : He provides a way for people to draw near through prayer and sacrifice. Forgiving : He offers atonement to cover sin continually. Precise : He values order, purpose, and obedience in worship. 📌 Facts from Exodus 30 The altar of incense is introduced for daily burning of fragrant incense. Aaron is to offer incense every morning and evening as a continual act of worship. Atonement money is required from every Israelite for the maintenance of the sanctuary. Instructions for the bronze basin emphasize cleanliness before minist...

  📖 Exodus 29: Consecrated to Serve: A Holy Calling Set Apart " Set apart by sacrifice, purified for purpose: God prepares His servants for sacred service" Aim : To understand the depth of consecration in God’s service and recognize that true ministry begins with purification and dedication to Him. 🕊️ God’s Attributes in Exodus 29 Holy : He demands purity from those who serve Him. Personal : He desires a lasting relationship with His people. Gracious : He provides a way to approach His presence. Detailed : He gives specific instructions for worship and consecration. 📌 Facts from Exodus 29 God outlines the full consecration ceremony for Aaron and his sons. The process includes sacrifices: a bull for sin offering and rams for burnt and ordination offerings. Blood is applied to the priests (ear, thumb, toe) to symbolize full dedication. Sacred garments and anointing oil are used to set them apart. The ceremony lasts seven days, signifying c...

📖 Exodus 28: Clothed for Glory: The High Priest’s Garments and God's Presence " Sacred garments for sacred service: God calls His people to represent Him with holiness and honor." Sous-titre : Des vêtements sacrés pour un service sacré : Dieu appelle Son peuple à Le représenter avec sainteté et honneur. Aim : To reflect on God’s intentional design in consecrating the priesthood, and to understand how believers today are called to live as a royal priesthood. 🕊️ God’s Attributes in Exodus 28 Holy : He sets apart people and garments for sacred service. Glorious : He designs beauty and dignity into worship. Detail-Oriented : Nothing in His instructions is accidental. Honoring : He elevates those who serve Him with grace and purpose. 📌 Facts God gives Moses detailed instructions for Aaron’s priestly garments. Key pieces include the ephod, breastpiece, robe, tunic, turban, and sash. Each item is symbolic and essential to Aaron’s service before ...