Heaven’s showbread
The Bread of Presence stood continually before God, reminding Israel that provision flows not from human effort but from divine faithfulness. In this reflection, Dr. Lee explores why bread—manna, showbread, and ultimately Christ Himself—reveals God’s desire to sustain both body and soul with what only Heaven can provide.
The seat of mercy
The Mercy Seat stood at the center of Israel’s worship — the sacred place where God’s justice and mercy met. Once a year, blood was sprinkled upon it for atonement, foreshadowing the ultimate sacrifice of Christ. In this powerful reflection, Dr. Lee reveals how the Mercy Seat points directly to Jesus and why mercy remains central to God’s redemptive plan.
A Shaken Peace
These verses highlight the divine authority and power of God, emphasizing that He will shake the heavens and the earth, leading to a transformation of what can be shaken, representing the temporary and unstable elements of the world.
The Zechariah Hope
This parallel continues today, as God calls each of us to recognize His working in our lives, offering healing, guidance, and renewal. Just as Zechariah pointed towards future restoration through the coming Messiah, we are invited to perceive God’s ongoing invitation to redemption and transformation, encouraging us to trust in His plan amid our struggles and uncertainties.
Days Past…Remember
The first part is the command is to “Remember the days of old”. Days of old is found in the Hebrew term “yemoth olam” with “yemoth” meaning day or days and “olam” meaning long duration or eternity. And the importance here is that it is not only referring to history, but the fulfillment of God’s redemptive purpose and salvation and His promise to save humanity.