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Revival Center Hesperia Bible Study - Exodus 27
Welcome to July 2024!
Welcome to July 2024: The Month of Fulfillment
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
As we welcome July, the 7th month of this year, we reflect on its significance in the Scriptures. The number 7 represents completeness and divine perfection, reminding us of God's impeccable order and fulfillment of His promises. "For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell." (Colossians 1:19)
This month, let us embrace the fullness of God’s creation and His promises in our lives. Let July signify new beginnings, fresh opportunities, and the fulfillment of God's purposes in us. "Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us." (Ephesians 3:20)
Welcome to July 2024, dear brothers and sisters. May this month be filled with divine perfection, sacred wholeness, and heavenly fulfillment.
In His Grace and Peace,
JK. Woodall, Ph.D.
Senior Pastor, Revival Center Hesperia
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Liberty Awaits
Cast Off the Chains of Debt and Legalism
Dear Believers in Jesus Christ,
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior!
In our modern society, many of us have been enticed by the allure of credit cards. These financial tools promise convenience and purchasing power, yet often lead to a cycle of debt and financial bondage. Just as credit cards can trap us in a cycle of never-ending payments and high-interest rates, there are also spiritual systems that can bind us with the weight of legalism and rituals, making us believe we must earn God's favor through our efforts.
However, there is a profound truth that liberates us from both these forms of bondage. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Galatians, reminds us: "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage" (Galatians 5:1).
The Bondage of Credit Cards
Credit cards present the illusion of credit, yet in reality, they often result in ongoing debt. The convenience of "buy now, pay later" quickly transforms into a burden of high-interest rates, late fees, and a seemingly endless repayment cycle. This financial bondage can feel overwhelming, stripping us of our financial freedom and peace of mind.
The Bondage of Legalism
Similarly, legalistic religious practices can ensnare believers in a form of spiritual bondage. Just as banks benefit from keeping us bound to continuous payments, some religious systems impose a series of rituals, rules, and works that followers must adhere to in order to feel righteous or accepted. This legalism detracts from the true message of the gospel, which is salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.
True Freedom in Christ
Paul’s exhortation in Galatians 5:1 is a powerful reminder of the true freedom available to us in Christ: "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage." This verse calls us to firmly hold onto the freedom that Christ has won for us through His sacrifice. In Christ, we are not bound by the chains of legalism or the demands of religious rituals. We are free—free from the condemnation of the Law, free from the power of sin, and free from any system that tries to add human effort to the grace of God.
An Inspirational Call to Action
It is a fact, not fiction, that in Jesus, we are truly free. This freedom is not an abstract concept but a tangible reality that transforms lives. Just as breaking free from credit card debt requires a commitment to wise financial stewardship and often seeking help, embracing the freedom in Christ requires us to reject legalism and fully trust in His grace.
Join Us in Christ and Experience True Freedom
We invite you to reflect on your own life. Are you burdened by the bondage of debt or the weight of legalistic religious practices? Know that there is hope and freedom available to you. Stand fast in the liberty Christ offers. Let go of the yoke of bondage and experience the true freedom that comes from faith in Jesus Christ.
Together, let us walk in the freedom that Christ has made available to all who believe in Him. In Jesus, we are free. Let this truth resonate in your heart and inspire you to live in the liberty that He has provided. Stand fast in this freedom and let nothing draw you back into bondage.
In Christ, we are truly free indeed!
May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
A Servant of the Most High,
Pst. JK. Woodall, Ph.D.
Senior Pastor, Revival Center Hesperia
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Is Thomas Really in Doubt?
Doubt or Truth Seeker?
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
For too long, we've labeled the Apostle Thomas as "Doubting Thomas." But is this fair? Let’s reconsider his story, especially in light of the Old Testament altar described in Exodus 27.
The Altar of Burnt Offering
In Exodus 27, God commands Moses to build an altar with horns on each corner. These horns secured the sacrificial animal and symbolized power, salvation, and mercy. The blood applied to the horns signified atonement for sins.
The Cross as the New Altar
Fast forward to the New Testament: the cross becomes the ultimate altar, and Jesus the ultimate sacrifice. The nails in His hands and feet, like the horns, secured the sacrifice, marking Jesus as the Lamb of God.
Thomas' Request: Seeking the Markings
In John 20:24-29, Thomas says, "Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe." Thomas wasn’t just doubting; he was looking for the true markings of God's sacrifice.
When Jesus showed His wounds, He provided the proof Thomas sought: that He was indeed the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling the purpose of the Old Testament sacrifices. Jesus said to Thomas, "Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe."
A New Perspective on Faith
Let’s see Thomas not as a doubter, but as someone who understood the need for authenticating God’s true sacrifice. Through Thomas's boldness, we can all believe and recognize Jesus as the one and only Sacrificial Lamb, whose wounds are the eternal marks of our redemption. We can see Thomas as a seeker of truth, whose boldness leads us all to a deeper faith in Jesus as the ultimate Sacrificial Lamb.
In Christ’s love,
Pst. JK. Woodall, Ph.D.
Senior Pastor, Revival Center Hesperia
Time to SUBDUE
COVERINGS
Dear Friends,
In Exodus 26, we find the detailed design of the Tabernacle's curtains and coverings, each layer rich with spiritual meaning and pointing to the ultimate covering provided by Jesus Christ.
The Inner Curtains
1. Fine Twined Linen: Symbolizing purity and divine presence, reminiscent of the innocence in Eden.
2. Goats' Hair: Representing sin and the need for atonement.
The Outer Coverings
3. Rams' Skins Dyed Red: Signifying sacrifice and the shedding of blood for forgiveness.
4. Fine Leather: Offering protection and signifying God's provision and care.
These layers weren't just ritualistic elements; they foreshadowed Jesus Christ, our ultimate Redeemer. When Adam and Eve sinned, they realized their nakedness, and God provided garments of skin (Genesis 3:21) as a precursor to Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice.
Jesus, the pure and spotless one (fine linen), bore our sins (goats' hair) and, through His blood shed on the cross (rams' skins dyed red), provided the perfect atonement. The Holy Spirit, represented by the number 50, empowers and sanctifies us. Christ is our protective covering (fine leather), shielding us from condemnation and uniting us with God.
Reflect on these layers and be inspired by the profound truth they reveal: Jesus Christ is our ultimate covering, fulfilling God’s redemptive plan.
With love and blessings,
JK. Woodall, Ph.D.
Senior Pastor, Revival Center Hesperia
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