Exodus 37 - 40

The Tabernacle Is Completed
We reach another milestone in our reading today, in that we have finished Exodus.  Today's portion continues with the completion of the Tabernacle and all the holy items it is to contain.  Bezalel and those he is in charge of continue the work according to God's plan, "just as the Lord commanded Moses."

The amount of material used to complete the tabernacle is astounding. Over 2000 pounds of gold, 7500 pounds of silver, and 5300 pounds of bronze were required.  God had to be with the people working with such a large amount of valuable material.

Moses inspects the work that has been completed. In 39:42 the Bible declares "When he found it had been done just as the Lord commanded him, he blessed them."  After the priests were prepared, and all the pieces were in the correct place, the glory of the Lord completely filled the Tabernacle (40:34). This was a blessing and a comfort to the children of Israel and a lesson to us.  When we follow His commandments and have everything in place, then the Lord blesses us with His presence.

May God bless you and bless the reading of His Word.