Chronological Reading Plan for Feb 26, Num 7

Today's reading is Num 7. Tomorrow's readings are Num 8-10. 

In Num 7, amid a lot of detail, we see more of God's attributes exhibited in the instructions He provides. We also learn a bit about how a healthy relationship between the people and God is supposed to function. 

We see God's people supplying all that is needed for the Tabernacle to function properly. Utensils, wagons, tools, bowls and precious metals are brought for service. God's people are expected to donate their time, talents and treasure to Him.

Then there are the offerings and sacrifices. A huge volume of blood is shed during the sacrifices. It takes a lot of shed blood to sanctify. The Tabernacle and all its furnishings and tools are consecrated, made holy.

Israel, at this point, demonstrates total commitment. They have invested themselves and all they have in the Tabernacle. The tent has been dedicated by blood. At the end of Num 7, God blesses. He is in the Tabernacle. His people have provided a home for Him, according to His design and direction. He will dwell among them. 

One day, He will dwell in them.