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Issue No: 1052 Published: 13 Dec 2021
A WALK THROUGH THE TABERNACLE OF MOSES
THE STORY
A farmer who has sinned has come to the Tabernacle of Moses, to seek forgiveness of his sin by bringing the best lamb of his flock. He has entered the gate (of SALVATION THROUGH JESUS) of the Tabernacle. He has made his SIN SACRIFICE upon the Brazan Altar and is now ready to learn about the front part of the TENT OF THE PRESENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Now the High Priest describes the Holy of Holies where the PRESENCE OF GOD THE FATHER DWELLS. Finally the High Priest describes his procedure on the DAY OF ATONEMENT, when both his and the Israelites unintentional sins are forgiven.
ESTABLISHING GOD’S PATTERN FOR THE CHURCH
APPLICATION TO TODAY’S CHURCH
THE KINGDOM (TABERNACLE) CHURCH – Moving into the Holy of Holies Continued
Sound impossible? Well, it is in our own strength, but fortunately God is on our side! How? Well, there is a very interesting verse in Hebrews that at first glance looks like the writer has made a mistake, but its truth can now be seen in the light of the above.
“A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand, the table and the consecrated bread; this was called the Holy Place. Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, which had the golden alter of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant.” (Hebrews 9:2-3)
Now, we know that The Incense Altar was actually in the Holy Place, not the Holy of Holies, although it was near the entrance. So what is going on? A significant change occurred between the Old and the New Testaments, happening at the time Jesus died.
“At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom……” (Matthew 27:51)
Now the incense from the Incense Altar can reach the Ark. So we have the opportunity to approach God’s dwelling place in the Spirit, to come before His throne through praise, worship and prayer, being protected by the cloud of incense, even though we have not yet fully attained perfection. This is the wonderful symbolic meaning of the Incense Altar. Jesus has prepared the way for us to enter to dwell in the Holy of Holies permanently by removing the curtain that restricted the access to one representative of the people, on but one day of the year. The stones in the Ark then, represent the people we will become when we permanently attain the perfection that Jesus has spiritually opened up to us.
To summarise, the 3 natural items of furniture in the Holy Place (where we are now) can be linked to the 3 supernatural contents of the Ark of the Covenant (what we are to become upon attaining perfection).
- Our present revelation of God through His word is symbolised by the Table of Showbread and will be replaced by God’s full revelation of Himself as represented by the Gold Jar of Manna upon attaining perfection.
2. The spiritual giftings and authority we walk in, like The Lampstand, need to be regularly topped up. But upon perfection we will walk in the full power and authority of God as symbolised by Aaron’s supernatural Budded Staff.
Through prayer, praise and worship, as symbolised by The Incense Altar, we can enter into God’s presence for a limited time. When we are perfected we will be able to dwell in God’s presence permanently, as illustrated by the Stone Tablets of the Covenant(man perfected by God) dwelling in the Ark of the Covenant. Jesus has made this possible through His death on our behalf.
The application of the spiritual principles represented by these three items to our lives brings us to maturity – Christian, not age, that is!
I trust it has become readily apparent, that a single condition needs to be fulfilled for us to enter the reality of the promises of the Holy of Holies - that is, to attain perfection. Now we know we can’t do that in our own strength, for many have tried, but not one has yet succeeded. Some have got closer than have others. I remember again my Auntie Ina, though in pain from arthritis in her later life, radiated the beauty of the Spirit. But it is obvious that there is yet another experience we have yet to go through before, in reality (experientially), we embrace what Jesus has already done for us positionally (judicially). This is best illustrated through the Feasts of the Lord, which are a separate study, and which themselves were centred on the Tabernacle.
In many of our studies we have looked at how God operates in “threes”. We know that we have experienced Passover, (the death of Jesus – The Outer Court - Salvation) and Pentecost, (the coming of the Holy Spirit – The Holy Place - Spirit). But we have yet to experience the third, final and most glorious element in God’s perfect plan, that is Tabernacles (purification before the Father – The Holy of Holies - Submission).
The vital question is, can this be a “pre death” experience or do we have to wait until we die to participate? We know that until now, this has been and still is a “post death” experience. But will it necessarily always be so? The answer is no! If the church is to attain the promise of being the bride of Christ, dressed in pure white linen, something radical has yet to occur. For we certainly all need an extended cycle in the ‘washing machine of righteousness’ before our dirty linen becomes white! Something to change dramatically before we can consistently do the things that Jesus did, in greater numbers than He did, as promised! Yes, for the church to attain perfection, a radical change has yet to occur. There is still an exciting third experience in God, the coming of His Tabernacle Church awaiting us.
Variously known as the bride, the overcomers, the third age church, the apostolic church, and others, it consists not of a denomination but of individuals 100% sold out to God, prepared to make every sacrifice needed, to see the establishment of God's kingdom upon the earth.
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FROM THE WORD
THE WORDS OF JESUS
May we hear what the Lord is saying to us.....
Healing the Sick Woman (Matthew 9:20-22, Mark 5:24-34, Luke 8:42-8)
In a crowd.
“Who touched me?”
“Someone touched me,” Jesus replied. “I know because power went out from me.”
“Daughter, your trust has healed you, go in peace.”
Healing Jairus’ Daughter (Matthew 9:23-6, Mark 5:35-43, Luke 8:49-56)
When Jarius was told his daughter was dead.
“Don’t be afraid, just trust in me.”
When he got to the home of Jarius.
“Why are you making such a commotion with all this crying? The little girl isn’t dead, she’s just sleeping.”
“Talitha koum,” (which means, “Little girl, get up!”)
Healing Two Blind Men (Matthew 9:27-31)
In another place.
“Are you convinced that I’m able to do this?”
“Because of your trust in me it will happen!”
“Make sure nobody knows about this.”
(Continues next week)
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NEW: 10 WITH DAVID
The Lord has led me to start doing 10 minute video presentations of my life experience with the Word.
This is a new adventure!
Of course, you have to learn as you go, but I am generally happy haw they are turning out so far. Well, for the 2 I have recorded!
They ere about the FOUINDATION OF THE CROSS in my life, and hopefully yours also.
This first one is sharing a poem the Lord gave me many years ago 'Seven Times Shed For Me', about the horrific death of Jesus on the cross for your sins and mine.
Currently they are on Facebook only. Have not worked out how to get them onto YouTube yet! LOL!
This is an extension to the Lord's ministry He has me do, so I would request your prayers, that I might represent Him well.
Here is the link for the first.....
https://www.facebook.com/david.j.tait/videos/461655428634445
AND THE SECOND.....
Looking at the historical background of the cross plus the importance of a sound foundation in our lives.
Link here.....
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A NEW SERVICE AT KINGDOM!
This week we introduced Ultrasound to the Hospital!
Our operator Job, is very experienced and can analyze many of the bodies' organs.
Yes, Kingdom is growing!
THE MACHINE ITSELF
All comes in a suitcase!
But it works really well.
USING TECHNOLOGY IN THE WARD
Our Vital Signs machine works well for checking pressure and pulse.
AND NOW FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT!
The young kids here are really cute! As you can see.
BOOK OF THE WEEK
WHOSE CHURCH IS IT ANYWAY?
When asking the Lord what He wanted me to write about next, He has led me to look at HIS CHURCH, not in the way of standard church history, but from His viewpoint. I will try my best to be obedient to His wishes. But any errors will be mine! As you will soon see, the history of His church revolves around the Holy Spirit, and the Spirit's activity upon the earth, rather than what we consider the church to be. Before I start I must give you a little personal testimony. I hope my testimony will show you that what is to come has to be of God, for it is outside my personal nature, experience and inheritance. I was brought up in a traditional Baptist church in the 1950's and 60's. (Yes I am that old! On the outside but not the inside! Well.....) My grandparents on both sides of the family were traditional churchgoers, as were my parents, as is my sister, and most have been active in church leadership. I was brought up to believe, yes, it was ingrained deep within me, that one had it all, when you gave your heart to Jesus and were water baptized (on the Baptist side) or attended church (on the Presbyterian side). I tried giving my heart to Jesus. Nothing happened. My (younger than me) sister was getting water baptized, so I decided to as well. Nothing happened. I attended church until I was 30ish, and to all, including my wife Kathy, was a reasonable Christian. In fact, a pastor of mine suggested I should go to Baptist College and train for the ministry! If only he had known what was inside of me! During my time at university, I went with some friends to an AOG Pentecostal meeting, hated it, and vowed and declared I would never go back! I didn't. After a disagreement with the church, I left and went into the world, where I remained until I was 42, when we went bankrupt. At that time I was truly 5 desperate, not being able to look after my family, so truly gave my heart to Jesus when waiting in the queue to register for the dole (Unemployment Benefit) at the Social Welfare Office in Takapuna, Auckland, where we were living at the time. Over my time away from the church, Kathy got involved with the things of the Spirit. Didn't like it, but couldn't really complain, could I? After my true conversion, we went back to a traditional Baptist church. Kathy did a Holy Spirit course at another church also. I could not understand the notes and ridiculed them. Not a good move! For the next year the Lord told me to go and do the course! Had to eat humble pie! Over that year of doing the 'Word of Life' course, I came into the things of the Holy Spirit, which changed my life. We eventually joined the Abundant Life Church, where we remained until the Lord took us away from Tauranga to the city of Napier, where we now live. In Tauranga, while working in the fields attending to the flowers on our flower farm, the Lord, in an audible voice, called me to set up Walking With Jesus Ministries, to be based on Revelation 12:11, one of the results of which you are reading now. 11 They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death. (Revelation 12:11) (Emphasis added, as the Lord gave it to me.) I do not want to go into now all the things the Lord has done. I just want to say that I now do my best to follow the leading of the Lord, through His precious Holy Spirit residing in me. (And in you too, if you truly believe.) What follows will be a real test of this, for as you can see from the above, it is far outside my natural nature and inheritance, to understand the ways of the Spirit. May the Lord help me as I endeavour to bring His revelation to you.
Let us begin…..
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DAVID'S DOODLINGS
692. Show me faith. Show me works. And I will show you a faith that works.
693. Building faith takes time but good works are always ready and waiting.
694. How much faith does it take to do good works?
695. People come, people go, but needs go on forever.
696. Works reflect the light of Christ in us to a dark world.
697. Faith reflects our place in God, works reflect God's place in us.
698. Faith is internal, works external.
699. Works are the reflection of our faith to a disbelieving world.
700. Works are the single most convincing expression of our faith.
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TUESDAY TEACHINGS
NEXT WEEK: LIVING THE KINGDOM LIFESTYLE continues
.....with 2 more parables illustrating further aspects of how to live the kingdom lifestyle.
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LAUGHING AT OURSELVES
***Blessed are those who can laugh at themselves for they shall never cease to be amused***
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133. Call To Worship
Two shipwrecked sailors were adrift on a raft for days. Finally, in desperation, one knelt and began to pray, "Oh Lord, I know I've been a pretty bad guy. I've drunk too much booze, and chased too many women. I've lied and cheated. I've done so many things that I'm ashamed of, but Lord, if you'll just save me I promise that I'll . . ."
"Hold it," interrupted his shipmate, "don't say another word, I think I just spotted land."
134. Christian Pick-Up Lines
by Craig Martinosky
1. Nice bible!
2. "I would like to pray with you"
3. "You know Jesus? Me too!"
4. "God told me to come talk to you"
5. "I know a church where we could go and talk"
6. "How about a hug, sister?"
7. "Do you need help carrying your Bible? It looks heavy."
8. "Christians don't shake hands, Christians gotta hug!"
9. "Oh, you're cold? Maybe we should read Ecclesiastes 4:11"
10. "Did it hurt when you fell from Heaven?"
11. "What are your plans for tonight? Feel like a bible study?"
12. "I am here for you."
13. "The word says "Give drink to those who are thirsty, and feed the hungry," So...how about dinner?"
14. "You don't have an accountability partner? Me neither."
15. "You want to come over and watch "The 10 Commandments" tonight?"
16. "Is it a sin that you stole my heart?"
17. "Would you happen to know a Christian woman that I could love with all my heart and wait on hand and foot?"
18. "Nice bracelet. 'What would Jesus date? Uh, I mean *do*'"
19. "Do you believe in Divine appointment?"
20. "Have you ever tried praying at a drive in before?"
21. "Excuse me, I believe one of your ribs belongs to me."
22. "My friend told me to come and meet you, he said that you are a really nice person. I think you know him. Jesus, yeah that's his name."
23. "You know, they say that you have never really dated, until you have dated a Christian."
24. "Yeah, I predicted David over Goliath."
25. "What? Friends listen to Amazing Grace by candle light."
QWIK QWIP: “Having a spirit of non-forgiveness is like drinking poison - and waiting for the other person to die!”
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A DAVID MUSING
When The Lord asks you to do something, it is always a challenge!
Did I hear right? Does the Lord really want me to step out into this? What if it fails?
All these are human emotions that we naturally have when we take a new step of faith in the Lord.
But as our faith grows and through experience, we have seen previous steps of faith come to fruition, the extra step doesn't seem so large any more.
So it is with the recordings the Lord is having me do. I know the knowledge and spiritual experience is within me, but can I present it well enough? What media do I use? How do I transfer it from one media to another?
These are all valid practical questions. But when the Lord is in it, He will make it happen. Sure, I have to do the work, but He will lead and guide me through it.
How about you? Is the Lord asking you to step out in Him?
Why not do it today? Ultimately, you will be pleased you did.
His servant and yours
David Tait
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WALKING WITH JESUS MINISTRIES is a non-profit, non-denominational, Bible based ministry located in Hastings, New Zealand. A ministry dedicated to developing discipleship, fostering unity amongst God's people to achieve the Great Commission, and in doing so, preparing for Christ's return. It is securely based upon the foundational principles of the Apostles Creed while recognising the wide and rich diversity of beliefs amongst Christians in other areas. In accordance with the Lord's direction, materials produced by the ministry are available, free of charge, to genuine enquirers upon request. The ministry is solely funded by donations, as the Lord provides. A list of materials available (plus some fun!) is obtainable and freely downloadable from our website
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Our role is to bless and encourage those in ministry while promoting co-operation and unity of direction amongst the body of Christ, as emphasised 3 times by Jesus in His longest prayer, immediately prior to His arrest and crucifixion. "... so that they may be one as we are one." (John 17:12, 21, 23-4) Our website is currently being developed to encourage your participation one with another, to share resources, and to enable you to promote events and items of interest to the body as a whole - and have a smile while doing it!
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