The theme for today is "Preparing for the Presence of God" where the Israelites prepare for the dedication ceremony of the tabernacle. They bring offerings, wash and attire themselves properly, and reinstate the Passover celebration. When everything is done in good order, God shows up in a pillar of cloud and fire, indicating His presence and pleasure.
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Numbers 5-6 A Holy God and a Purified People
A holy God and a purified people is the theme for today's study on Mission 66. Chapter 5 discusses a test to confirm guilt or affirm innocence for any woman accused of adultery, while chapter 6 explores the ceremonial purity required of anyone wishing to submit to the Nazirite Vow. This vow includes not drinking wine, not cutting one's hair, and avoiding contact with death. The chapter ends with a beautiful blessing from God.
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Numbers 1-4 A Head Count
The Israelites were commanded by God to conduct a census of all the tribes, counting men from 20 years and older, to determine each tribe's numerical strength for future combat. The Levites were exempted from this census, but Moses counted them separately later. The camp was arranged by tribes, with the order in which they were to set out and regroup later also specified. The sons of Aaron were ordained as the chief priests, and the Levites as their assistants, with each of the three sons of Levi (Kohath, Merari, and Gershom) in charge of different aspects of the tabernacle when it was to be disassembled, transported, and reassembled in the next location.
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Leviticus 1-4 Obedience and Responsibility
Leviticus 26 teaches blessings versus curses based on obedience to God, while chapter 27 warns about vows and keeping promises. Our teacher, John Mathews, explains God’s desire for repentance when His people stray, showing His mercy despite severe consequences for sins like idolatry. Chapter 27 teaches that promises to God must be taken seriously because He values accountability. The study highlights how God’s justice and mercy work together and shows us the importance of taking personal responsibility in faith, obedience, and promises. As John reminds us, God doesn’t expect perfection but does expect genuine effort in seeking Him.
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Leviticus 23-25 The Feast Days of Israel
In these chapters, God gives Israel instructions for feast days and the Sabbath, teaching gratitude, rest, and trust. Our teacher, John Mathews, reveals how these feasts celebrated God’s blessings and reminded the people of His provision, faithfulness, and future promises. The Sabbatical year allowed land to rest, teaching sustainable practices, while the Year of Jubilee emphasized forgiveness and resetting relationships. John highlights how each feast foreshadows Jesus Christ, from His crucifixion on Passover to the Holy Spirit’s arrival on Pentecost. This study calls us to rest in God’s promises, celebrate His blessings, and trust His provision through intentional gratitude.
Mission 66 brings the Bible to life each day as our hosts take you on a journey from Genesis to Revelation. You’ll understand God’s Word in a fresh way and grow in your intimacy with the Lord. In this chapter-by-chapter audio commentary from TWR, teacher John Mathews and co-host Esther Sisulu open the Scriptures in a personal and applicable way. They adapt the teaching of Brazilian Bible teacher Luiz Sayão, which he originally delivered in Portuguese. Mission 66 is heard in several languages through the hosting of TWR international teaching teams. Don't forget to download a copy of the Mission 66 study guide at www.mission66.org You can also interact with John & Esther on Facebook.