We start with details for making the altar. God again talks about this being a place "where I will meet you". The place of sacrifice is where we meet God, and this is why the cross is so crucial and is the only way to God. From this altar incense had to rise continually to the Lord, and a sacrifice had to be made once a year. Now Christ is our once for all sacrifice.
A census was to be taken of the Israelites and each had to pay a ransom for his life. Now Christ has paid the ransom for our lives. Everyone paid the same, rich and poor. The ransom for all our lives is the same, rich and poor, big and small sinner. Everyone is equal before God.
Aaron and his sons had to wash before approaching the altar. Similarly we should examine our hearts before approaching God and get rid of any wrong attitudes.
Everything and the priests had to be anointed with oil. Today we all need to be filled with the Spirit, and every aspect of our lives, including the most mundane aspects, should be touched by the Holy Spirit.
A special incense was to be made for God, and was not to be used for any other purpose. God is special.
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