Pray the Word with David Platt Abiding in His Presence (Exodus 25:8)
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Feb 21, 2026 A focused look at God’s desire to dwell with people across Scripture. A contrast between lost fellowship in Eden and its final restoration. The sanctuary as a signpost pointing to Jesus as God with us. A prayerful push to live daily in God’s presence and to long for Christ’s return and global gospel reach.
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God's Presence Is The Bible's Central Theme
- God desires presence with his people from Genesis to Revelation as a consistent biblical theme.
- This presence restores what was lost in Eden and culminates in heaven where God is with us.
Eden's Goodness Hinged On Divine Presence
- Eden's perfection was rooted in God's unhindered presence, which sin disrupted and separated us from.
- The entire biblical story is God bringing sinners back into fellowship with Himself.
Tabernacle Points To Emmanuel In Jesus
- The tabernacle image points forward to Jesus as God with us, Emmanuel, who makes restored relationship possible.
- Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and the Spirit enable God to dwell in believers as their sanctuary.