Published by Vince Baker Ministries ·
“And he poured of the anointing oil upon Aaron’s head, and anointed him, to sanctify him.”
Leviticus 8:12 · KJV
What did the oil signify?
The ceremony takes place before the congregation. Washing, garments, oil, and sacrifice together mark the gravity of the work. Exodus 30 reserves the sacred oil for its appointed use. Consecration gives the priests responsibilities that affect the entire community.
Where was the Ark of the Covenant?
Exodus 25 describes a gold-overlaid chest with a mercy seat and two cherubim above its cover. The Ark stood behind the veil in the innermost part of the tabernacle, the Holy of Holies. God tells Moses He will meet with him from above the mercy seat between the cherubim. Leviticus 16 connects that place with the cloud of God's presence and the high priest's carefully prescribed entrance on the Day of Atonement.
How does Hebrews develop the picture?
Hebrews presents Jesus as the enduring high priest who intercedes for His people. Hebrews 10 invites believers to draw near through Jesus' blood. First Peter speaks of the church as a holy priesthood offering spiritual sacrifices through Jesus. Read these passages together to see how access to God and holy service are grounded in Christ's priesthood.
Put it into practice
Read 1 Peter 2:4–10 and choose one ordinary act of service you can offer to God this week.
Read the Scripture passages
- Exodus 25:10-22 · KJV
- Exodus 28:40-43 · KJV
- Exodus 30:22-33 · KJV
- Leviticus 8:1-13 · KJV
- Leviticus 16:1-17 · KJV
- Hebrews 7:23-28 · KJV
- Hebrews 9:1-14 · KJV
- Hebrews 10:19-22 · KJV
- 1 Peter 2:4-10 · KJV
