出埃及记［第26章］
[神要住在人当中]

神透过帐幕表明，祂愿意与人同住，引导、保护和祝福祂的子民。

一、幔子与罩棚-遮盖与保护（出26：1-14）

1. 帐幕的幔子：遮盖神同在（v1-6）

幔子的存在，表明人与神之间的分别，但也是神同在的记号。在旧约时代，只有大祭司一年一次可以进入至圣所，代表整个以色列民在神面前赎罪。但在新约中，耶稣基督的死使幔子裂开，我们可以直接来到神的面前。

2. 帐幕的盖层：保护神居所（v7-14）

除了幔子，神还指示摩西用不同的材料层层覆盖帐幕，提供保护。帐幕的外层由山羊毛毯、红色公羊皮和海狗皮组成（7-14节）。这些层层保护，象征神的遮盖与保护。

二、木板与横木—坚固的结构（出26：15-30）

1. 帐幕的板与卯：支撑神荣耀（v15-25）

会幕的墙是由皂荚木板构成，每块板都有两个榫，插入银座中，使整个帐幕稳固不动摇。这不仅是一个建筑结构的问题，更是属灵的启示，教导我们如何在基督里建立稳固的生命根基。当我们愿意让神的手来塑造我们，我们便成为合祂使用的器皿。

2. 帐幕的横木：连结神百姓（v26-30）

帐幕不仅仅靠竖立的木板支撑，还需要横木将这些木板连接在一起，使整个结构更加坚固。闩就是横木，穿过板上的金环，可把竖板连接起来。横木的设计也预表教会的合一和基督里肢体之间的紧密相连。

三、幔子和门帘-圣洁的敬拜（出26：31-37）

1. 帐幕的幔子：分别圣与俗（v31-35）

帐幕的幔子是用蓝色、紫色、朱红色和细麻制成，并绣有基路伯。这象征神的圣洁。人若未经洁净，就无法随意进入神的同在。但当耶稣在十字架上牺牲时，圣殿的幔子从上到下裂开，人可以因信基督直接进入神的同在，不再受律法的限制，可以坦然无惧地来到神的施恩座前。

2. 帐幕的门帘：通往神道路（v36-37）

门帘是进入帐幕的唯一通道，也预表基督是通向神的唯一道路（约14:6）。而五根柱子是用做支撑门帘的。这象征是基督的恩典可以使我们进入神的国，而不是因为我们的行为。

总结：成为神荣耀的居所

如今，我们就是神的殿。我们需要建造我们的生命成为圣洁的帐幕，成为神荣耀的居所。因此，我们要：1.洁净自己的生命。 2.生命让基督掌权。3.持守神的同在。

Exodus 26
God Desires to Dwell Among His People

Through the Tabernacle, God revealed His desire to dwell among His people, leading, protecting, and blessing them.

1. The Tabernacle Curtains: Covering God’s Presence (v1-6)

The presence of the veil signified the separation between God and man, yet it also served as a sign of His presence. In the Old Testament, only the high priest could enter the Most Holy Place once a year to atone for the sins of Israel. However, in the New Testament, when Jesus Christ died, the veil was torn, allowing us direct access to God.

2. The Tabernacle Coverings: Protecting God’s Dwelling (v7-14)

Besides the veil, God instructed Moses to layer the Tabernacle with various materials for protection. The outer coverings were made of goat hair, ram skins dyed red, and porpoise skins (v7-14). These layers symbolized God’s covering and protection.

II. The Boards and Bars—A Strong Structure (Exodus 26:15-30)

1. The Tabernacle Boards and Sockets: Supporting God's Glory (v15-25)

The walls of the Tabernacle were made of acacia wood boards, each fitted with two tenons that were inserted into silver sockets, ensuring the structure remained firm and immovable. Beyond being a structural design, this conveys a spiritual message—teaching us how to establish a firm foundation in Christ. When we allow God to shape us, we become vessels fit for His use.

2. The Tabernacle Bars: Connecting God’s People (v26-30)

The Tabernacle was not only supported by vertical boards but also secured with bars to connect them, making the structure even stronger. These bars, passing through gold rings, held the boards together. This design symbolizes the unity of the church and the close connection between believers in Christ.

III. The Veil and the Screen—Holy Worship (Exodus 26:31-37)

1. The Tabernacle Veil: Separation of the Holy and the Common (v31-35)

The veil of the Tabernacle was made of blue, purple, and scarlet thread, finely woven linen, and embroidered with cherubim—representing God’s holiness. No one could enter God’s presence without being purified. However, when Jesus died on the cross, the veil of the temple was torn from top to bottom, signifying that believers could now enter God’s presence freely through faith in Christ. No longer bound by the law, we can boldly approach God’s throne of grace.

2. The Tabernacle Screen: The Way to God (v36-37)

The screen at the entrance was the only way into the Tabernacle, foreshadowing Jesus as the only way to the Father (John 14:6). The five pillars supporting the screen represent God’s grace, which allows us to enter His kingdom—not by our works but through Christ.

Conclusion: Becoming God’s Glorious Dwelling

Today, we are God’s temple. We must build our lives as a holy Tabernacle and a dwelling place for His glory. Therefore, we should:1. Purify our lives. 2. Let Christ reign in our hearts. 3. Remain in God’s presence.