Offerings

God spoke to Moses: "Tell the Israelites that they are to set aside offerings for me. Receive the offerings from everyone who is willing to give."

In this chapter, God's people are following instructions to create a chest, table, and lampstand that would please God. They are used to following rules or facing the consequences.

It's different for us. God still asks all of us who are willing to set aside offerings for his kingdom. The difference is our motivation. Jesus has saved us from sin, death, and the devil. We are no longer destined for eternal punishment. But we aren't trying to repay God with our offerings of time, talent, treasure, and touch either.

We are simply thanking God with our very lives.