Exo 25:8-9 | TNotes | STEP | 25:8 a holy sanctuary: If the people were to have a life-giving relationship with God, it was absolutely vital that they learn how utterly different God was from them (see study note on 3:5). • The purpose of this activity was so God could live among them .

‏ Exodus 25:8-9

25:8 ^a a holy sanctuary: If the people were to have a life-giving relationship with God, it was absolutely vital that they learn how utterly different God was from them (see study note on 3:5).

• The purpose of this activity was so God could live among them.
25:9 ^b exactly according to the pattern: We do not determine for ourselves how we want to come into the presence of a holy God. If we come into his presence at all, it will be on his terms and in accord with his desires and character.