Homemade Bling

Exodus 39:2-7

And the reruns continue. If you don't remember our previous ephod discussion, you can catch it here: http://chiphall.blogspot.com/2008/02/men-in-aprons-exodus-28-6-14-next-comes.html

In case you've forgotten (I had) an ephod is an apron-like article of clothing that holds the breastplate- or something like that. The Israelites follow through and make it.

I'm struck again, as I was during the first telling by the representation of the tribes as a memorial. Not just Levi, not just a few, but all twelve tribes- each important for different reasons.

Just like the individuals doing the work here. Different skills, different circumstances, different tribes, different heritages- but collectively, like the tribes all working toward glorifying God.

All these years later, we form His body the same way. Different walks, different scars, different skills- but all important, all of use, all recipients of His love.