We depend on Jesus’s sacrifice to enter God’s holy presence. SCRIPTURE | Leviticus 16:1-6,15-22 CENTRAL TRUTH Israel’s forgiveness would only be temporary. They’d have to make these sacrifices faithfully each year because the blood of animals could never purchase the permanent forgiveness of sin (Heb. 10:4). But our forgiveness is so permanent, so complete, we never have to worry...

God’s levitical commands for atonement emphasize the gravity of people’s sin, as well as His graciousness to redeem their trespasses. Though our modern-day context seems so far removed from this sacrificial system, these guidelines from Scripture foreshadow the great, eternal sacrifice on which we place our hope: Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.  Why did God enact so many requirements...

Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults Listen to this week’s leader training podcast with Y Bonesteele, team leader for The Gospel Project for Adults, for a summary and guidance in leading your group. This week’s additional resources for study and preparation:

Although God is holy, He makes a way for us to come into His presence. SCRIPTURE | Exodus 40:1-17,34-38 CENTRAL TRUTH People couldn’t come into God’s presence and live (Ex. 33:20). The tabernacle shows just one of the lengths God went to so that He could be with His people. Though God is high above us, He bends from...

Today’s passage highlights the wonder that a holy God would desire to dwell among His people. In the previous chapter, God instructed the Israelites to obediently abide within His covenantal love. Now, it was time to build the place where God would dwell with His people as they journeyed toward the Promised Land.  What was the significance of the...

Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults Listen to this week’s leader training podcast with Y Bonesteele, team leader for The Gospel Project for Adults, for a summary and guidance in leading your group. This week’s additional resources for study and preparation: