22-0918a - Jesus is Our Tabernacle, Tom Freed
Bible Readers: Roger Raines and John Nousek

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Jesus Is The Tabernacle

The transcript titled "220918a" features a detailed sermon centered around biblical typology, the symbolic representations of Christ in the Old and New Testaments, and the concept of anti-types. Here’s a summary of its key points:

  1. Scripture Readings:

    • Hebrews 7:26-27: The speaker (Roger Raines) reads a passage highlighting the unique role of Jesus as a high priest who offered Himself as a one-time sacrifice for humanity’s sins.

    • 1 Peter 2:6-7: (Speaker: John Nousek), A reference to Jesus as the cornerstone, critical for believers but rejected by others.

  2. Introduction:

    • The speaker (Tom Freed) steps in for a usual preacher (Kevin) and introduces the topic of "types" and "anti-types" in the Bible. Types are symbolic representations found in the Old Testament, while the anti-types are their fulfillment in the New Testament.

  3. Typology of Jesus:

    • The speaker delves into how various figures in the Old Testament (like Adam, Joseph, Isaac, and Melchizedek) prefigure Christ as the anti-type.

    • Jesus is also seen as an anti-type of various material things, such as the tabernacle and its furnishings, from the Old Testament.

  4. Symbolism of the Tabernacle:

    • The Tabernacle: A physical structure representing God dwelling with His people. Jesus is the fulfillment of this, as He came to dwell with humanity (John 1:14).

    • The Door: The only entrance to the tabernacle, representing Jesus as the "door" to salvation (John 10:7-9).

    • The Laver: A basin for ceremonial purification, with Jesus symbolizing spiritual cleansing (John 13:8).

    • The Lampstand (Menorah): Providing light in the tabernacle, with Jesus being the light of the world (John 8:12).

    • The Showbread: Bread symbolizing fellowship, with Jesus as the "bread of life" (John 6:32-35).

    • The Altar of Incense: Representing prayer and intercession, with Jesus as the one who intercedes for humanity (Hebrews 7:25-26).

    • The Veil: A curtain separating the holy place, symbolizing Jesus as the mediator between God and man (Hebrews 10:19-20).

    • The Ark of the Covenant: Containing sacred objects, with Jesus being the ultimate mercy seat, providing redemption through His blood (Romans 3:24-25).

  5. Jesus as the Ultimate High Priest:

    • The speaker emphasizes Jesus as the ultimate high priest, fulfilling the role of mediator, sacrifice, and priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.

  6. Sacrifice and Redemption:

    • The yearly sacrifices of unblemished lambs were insufficient to truly remove sins. Jesus, however, was the perfect sacrifice, offering Himself once and for all (Hebrews 10:10).

  7. The Missing Chair in the Tabernacle:

    The speaker points out that there was no chair in the tabernacle, symbolizing the priests' ongoing work. In contrast, Jesus, after completing His work, sat down at the right hand of God, signifying that His sacrifice was final and complete (Hebrews 10:12-14).

  8. Call to Action:

    The sermon concludes with a call for repentance and baptism, reminding the congregation of the importance of obedience to God’s commands and the promise of eternal life through Jesus. The speaker urges anyone not yet a Christian to act now, as life is uncertain.

This sermon provides a profound reflection on the ways in which Jesus is foreshadowed throughout the Old Testament, underscoring His role as both high priest and perfect sacrifice for humanity.