The Tabernacle Prayer.

I questioned whether the tabernacle prayer was needed today. Since Jesus died, do we really need the tabernacle of the old testament, especially since we ourselves are the tabernacle? I find it quite amazing that if you have the question, life conspires to answer it; or if you will – God answers your question.

After posing the question, I began to notice you tube clips pop up with exactly what I had asked; Tabernacle prayer and is it necessary. Plenty of clips on the subject came before me and I was left in no doubt; while one can get by without it, it sure does make a difference when you use it.

How do I know? - I experimented. I ended up learning more about it and then doing it and watching for the results to see if they were more effective and I must say; yes, they are more effective. I’ve had great success using this method. That’s not to say it’s the only method to successful prayer but it has made a difference to my life. So, with that in mind, I put forth this tabernacle prayer so you too can give it a try and see for yourself if you get greater results.

Having said that, there is no formula to prayer. The best thing you can do is have a relationship with God. God will answer prayer but I have found this to help. My prayer is:

“Wonderful Councillor Holy spirit, I welcome you. Precious Jesus, I welcome you. Father God, I welcome you. I lift up my gates and open my doors (eyes, ears, heart, mind) to make room for You.”

Confess your sins in the tabernacle of your heart and at the brazen alter immerse yourself in His blood. “Jesus you have made me righteous. I praise the blood that brings healing, delivers us from the curse and delivers us from hell.”

See yourself at the bronze laver (a large basin for ritual washing of hands and face) look at your reflection and as you do and consider the 10 commandments. When ready, begin your prayer. “Please, oh God, forgive me. God, you are my Lord and I am your servant, sanctify me. No one is perfect, temptation is always before me. Satan is always at the door. Protect me, purify me and sanctify my spirit.” We are weak vessels and we must do everything to protect ourselves.

“Lord, lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver me from greed and lust. Deliver me from hatred.” (When you harbour hatred, you don’t get healed.) Confess bitterness and hatred. Don’t exaggerate, don’t lie.

Forgiveness has extraordinary power. Forgive others. Forgive yourself. Forgive God. Then love.

“Help me be humble and gentle. Sanctify me oh Lord.” We are attacked by satan in the middle of the battle. We are at war. Sanctification is necessary. Sanctification is often what’s lacking, so be sure to ask for it if you want a positive outcome in your prayer life. (What is sanctification? The process by which God progressively makes a believer holy and we arrive at sanctification more rapidly when we spend time with God.)

The golden lampstand, written about in the bible, is the symbol of the Holy Spirit. Worship the Holy Spirit. Don’t neglect the third member of the Trinity. “Holy Spirit, grant me wisdom, understanding and the council of the spirit of the fear of the Lord.” Be sure to have a personal fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Walk with the Holy Spirit. When you get up in the morning say; “Holy Spirit let’s go.”

“Thank you, Holy Spirit. Thank you so much. Holy Spirit. I acknowledge you and I thank you for what you’re doing in my life. I adore you. I made mistakes yesterday but you corrected everything.” Don’t ignore the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is a person not a thing. Build a relationship with this person. Commune and partner with the Holy Spirit. Always consult the Holy Spirit. And when you pray, stay in place until He speaks – wait for Him.

Men praise your wife. Women, praise your husband. Find the good things they have and praise them. And don’t stop there. Praise God for all the good in your life. Praise Him that He is working on your issues. When you praise, it’s nourishment for the soul.

Ask for God’s word for each person you come in contact with today. Ask Him for the rhema word for it communicates faith. People need rhema to solve their problems. A word straight from God, not just from the bible. A word spoken from God not just written.

We must have ears to hear the voice of the Holy Spirit. We must hear not only the logos (read your bible out loud) word but also the rhema word of God. Pray until you hear the voice of God. Don’t solely rely on the written word. God will transform the logo into rhema if you wait for Him. Pray until the Spirit speaks. And then, when you speak to people, they will know God is speaking to them through you because the word given will exactly line up with what they’re going through.

We were given entry through the veil so we can stand by the ark of the covenant. The very place where the blood cancels the law and all condemnation. Remember we are justified and saved by the blood in the holy of holies. “God open my understanding.”

While in the holy of holies, present all your prayer requests. Allow up to 30 minutes if possible. Have a well-defined course in prayer as this will make the prayer powerful. Yes, there are days we’re just too busy but at least try for 30 minutes whenever possible.

The Israelites were commanded to pray by the tabernacle model. Today you are the tabernacle. The tabernacle uses symbols of the old testament as a guide for you move through the different areas, ensuring you connect with God in a more meaningful way. Come to the cross of Jesus. Worship, confess your sins and put forth your prayer requests.

What is Tabernacle prayer? It’s to pray to the model of tabernacle. A visual symbol of guidance for the Christian who holds the tabernacle within.

The brazen alter, which represents the cross, a place of repentance. The shewbread, which is the Word of God. The golden lampstand of the Holy Spirit where we give thanks, praise and worship. The alter of incense, being intercession and prayer. Then enter the holy of holies where the ark of the convent resides; the presence of God Himself and where the blood of Jesus covers the mercy seat. See yourself walking in through the curtain which was torn so you could freely enter. Worship the Father.

Renew your mind, continue to read your bible, so as to reach others. If your spirit is blocked by disobedience you won’t hear from God. Keep doing what is right and He will show you favour. If you’re not sure about something you’re doing, ask yourself if Jesus would do it.

If Jesus wouldn’t do it, you shouldn’t do it.

Then bless people and love people. All people.

Remember the kingdom of God is within us.

We are the kingdom of God. Wherever we go, kingdom goes with us.

While there’s a lot more depth to the symbols of the tabernacle, for this article, it’s enough. I would encourage the reader to delve more deeply into this topic as this has only scratched the surface.