Title: Christ and the
Desert Tabernacle
Author: J. V. Fesko
Pages: 132
Year: 2012
Publisher: EP Books
How
many times have you read through the Old Testament? Have you ever studied the Tabernacle in all
its’ wonder? For over a year now a
girlfriend and I have been studying the Tabernacle, and we still aren’t
done. We don’t get it done every week,
but we study at a depth that requires a lot of time. I say this not to boast, but to show as an
example that it is so wonderful and there is much we can learn. We could spend a lifetime and never unearth
all the treasures in God’s Word.
In
this small book, there are some truths that the author shares regarding the
Tabernacle from God’s instructions to the workers gifted with the Holy
Spirit. As with any topical study, there
are probably some statements made by the author you won’t agree with. However, if you read the reference to which
he is speaking on, you will also find nuggets of truth. God hasn’t told us everything, so there is a
mystery aspect to the Tabernacle and all that it includes.
I
think because God doesn’t tell us everything some authors reference other
writings. If we want to understand, to
know Him, and His ways, it is best to compare Scripture to Scripture. Some questions we have may not be answered
until we are in heaven. Remember the
Tabernacle was a shadow of the real Tabernacle in heaven. We can learn many interesting applications
from this small book. We even get a
glimpse of his heart when he shares why he wrote it. The reason he wrote the book is too many of
God’s people have remained ignorant of the Old Testament for various reasons or
excuses. However, the Bible is a whole
book which includes the Old and New Testaments.
I love the Tabernacle because it is a shadow that points to Christ as
the reality!
As
with all books, read with discernment, but take away from it the truths that
the Lord speaks to your heart. If you
haven’t ever studied the Tabernacle, read the Old Testament and see what
shadows are there that point to Christ.
My
rating is 3 stars.
Note: I received a
complimentary copy for an honest review of this book. The opinions shared in this review are solely
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