Lesson 10: The Covenant and the Blueprint

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Lesson 10: The Covenant and the Blueprint

Memory Text:
“So Moses came and told the people all the words of the Lord and all the judgments. And all the people answered with one voice and said, ‘All the words which the Lord has said we will do’ ” (Exodus 24:3, NKJV).

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Exodus 24:3 – Israel unanimously commits to obeying God’s words, sealing the covenant with Him.
Core Theme: The Sinai covenant is ratified through blood, and the sanctuary blueprint reveals God’s plan to dwell among His people, teaching them about salvation, obedience, and His character.

Key Insights by Day:​

1. Sunday: The Book and the Blood (Exodus 24:1–8)
   • Covenant Ceremony: Moses reads God’s laws to the people, who pledge obedience. Blood from sacrifices is sprinkled on the altar (representing God) and the people, symbolizing:
     • Vertical relationship: Communion with God (Sabbath).
     • Horizontal relationship: Community with others (marriage/social bonds).
   • Foreshadowing: Points to Christ’s blood sealing the new covenant (Hebrews 9:18–22).
2. Monday: Seeing God (Exodus 24:9–18)
   • Divine Encounter: Moses, Aaron, his sons, and 70 elders eat and drink in God’s presence on Sinai, affirming the covenant.
   • Warning: Even those who witness God’s glory can fall away (e.g., the golden calf incident).
   • New Testament Echo: Jesus dines with sinners to offer grace (Luke 5:30), modeling redemptive relationships.
3. Tuesday: Power to Obey (Ezekiel 36:24–30)
   • Human Limitation: Israel’s vows of obedience (Exodus 19:8; 24:3, 7) fail without divine empowerment.
   • Divine Enablement: God promises a new heart and Spirit to make obedience possible (Ezekiel 36:26–27).
   • Key Lesson: Obedience is a gift of grace, not self-effort.
4. Wednesday: In the Midst of His People (Exodus 25:1–9)
   • Sanctuary Purpose: A tangible place for God to dwell among Israel (Exodus 25:8), teaching through object lessons (Psalm 77:13).
   • Christ Connection: Jesus is the ultimate "tabernacle" (John 1:14), revealing God’s character veiled in humanity.
   • Gospel Fulfillment: The torn temple curtain (Matthew 27:51) signals direct access to God through Christ.
5. Thursday: Filled With the Spirit (Exodus 31:1–18)
   • Spirit-Empowered Work: Bezalel and Aholiab are filled with the Spirit to craft the tabernacle, linking obedience to divine enablement.
   • Sabbath and Sanctification: The Sabbath reminds Israel of God’s holiness and their need for sanctification.
   • Law and Mercy: The ark’s placement (law under mercy seat) shows obedience flows from forgiveness (Psalm 85:10).

Final Thoughts (Friday):​

• Sanctuary as Salvation Blueprint:
  • Outer Court: Justification (sacrifice and cleansing).
  • Holy Place: Sanctification (Word, witness, prayer).
  • Most Holy Place: Glorification (God’s presence).
• Covenant Heart: God’s law is written on hearts through the Spirit (Jeremiah 31:33), not mere external compliance.
• Mercy and Justice: The sanctuary reveals God’s character—righteousness tempered with grace, offering a path to reconciliation.

"The covenant is sealed in blood; the sanctuary is built by the Spirit. From Sinai to Calvary, God’s blueprint remains: I will dwell with you, and you will be My people."