The Heavenly Tabernacle

[River]

I’m working on my 4th book called, “The Heavenly Tabernacle” in which I’m advocating a new, or let’s say “less explored” grand theme of the book of Revelation. So many Bible scholars and students of eschatology focus on the unraveling mysteries; such as the meaning of the number 666, or who, when, and where the beast might be. I will be arguing that these end-times enthusiasts are completely missing the grand theme of the book . . . that the book of Revelation is about worship, and more specifically, worship in the Heavenly Tabernacle.

There are 10 celebrations of worship throughout the Book of Revelation, and after each celebration, something remarkable happens. Just as there were 10 plagues in the Exodus account until Pharaoh let the people of Israel go, the enemies of God are driven out of their strongholds and judged through the course of these 10 celebrations of worship.

I’m interested in discussing this theme and a number of sub-topics that flow out of the premise, such as: what and why is the Millennial Kingdom? When is the Rapture? and who are the 144,000? Any opinions, objections, or criticisms along the way are welcome.

 

[River]

I would suggest that the 10 celebrations of worship are:

1) Revelation 1:10-16
2) Revelation 4:8-11
3) Revelation 5:8-14
4) Revelation 7:9-12
5) Revelation 8:1-5
6) Revelation 11:15-17
7) Revelation 12:10-12
8) Revelation 14:2-3
9) Revelation 15:3-5
10) Revelation 19:1-6

 

[River]

The book of Hebrews discusses how Christ is now the High Priest in the order of MELCHIZEDEK, and the Heavenly Tabernacle from chapter 5 to chapter 13, and here we find specific references throughout the book of Revelation regarding the Heavenly Tabernacle / Temple in Revelation 3:12, 7:15, 11:1, 19, 13:6, 14:15, 15:5, 6, 8, 16:1, 17, 21:3, 22. However, we can also find specific references to or allusions to all of the elements within the Wilderness Tabernacle / Temple, including: The Menorah Rev 1:10 - 16, The Brazen Sea Rev 4:2, 15:2, The Lamb Sacrifice Rev 5:5-6, The Priesthood Rev 5:9, 10, The Altar Rev 6:9-10, 8:3, The Ark of the Covenant Rev 11:19, and The Showbread Table Rev 14:14-20.

 

[Magenta]

Welcome!

 

[ThyKingdomComeSoon]

I’m working on my 4th book called, “The Heavenly Tabernacle” in which I’m advocating a new, or let’s say “less explored” grand theme of the book of Revelation. So many Bible scholars and students of eschatology focus on the unraveling mysteries; such as the meaning of the number 666, or who, when, and where the beast might be. I will be arguing that these end-times enthusiasts are completely missing the grand theme of the book . . . that the book of Revelation is about worship, and more specifically, worship in the Heavenly Tabernacle.

There are 10 celebrations of worship throughout the Book of Revelation, and after each celebration, something remarkable happens. Just as there were 10 plagues in the Exodus account until Pharaoh let the people of Israel go, the enemies of God are driven out of their strongholds and judged through the course of these 10 celebrations of worship.

I’m interested in discussing this theme and a number of sub-topics that flow out of the premise, such as: what and why is the Millennial Kingdom? When is the Rapture? and who are the 144,000? Any opinions, objections, or criticisms along the way are welcome.

Welcome River, I am definitely interested in knowing more, I am looking at these things too.

cheers!

 

[River]

For those interested in the topic of The Heavenly Tabernacle, I've put a mindmap together of many of the verses on the following sub-topics:
- Messiah and the Earthly Temple
- Ecclesia's destiny is the Tabernacle
- Elements of Temple / Tabernacle in Revelation
- 10 Celebrations of Worship in Revelation
Check out the: Heavenly Tabernacle Mindmap

 

[Obedience]

Beasts are all humans, each with their own opinions, but it does not mean that these opinions are the words of God. When certain ideological characteristics tend to be different, all of these humans will be divided into the same group and faction. Those who do not fall under their views must die. This beast is not unique, it is all kinds of humans, and even you can understand that this includes people who worship God, because those who do not worship God's words are destined to be destroyed and They are in danger of mutual destruction. This is very complex, but also very simple. For example, the claims of the two beasts eventually evolve into war, which is a life and death battle. This is the ultimate form of beasts, but also... There are low-level forms,But I don't want to give an example, you can guess for yourself.

As for the beast that has been wounded and died but has come back to life, I personally believe that it may be an ancient nation or kingdom. They once abandoned God's teachings and did not obey God's words, so they suffered casualties at the national level, but this kingdom has come back to life. Although emotionally, I believe many people do not want to believe this result, the possibility is very high.

The seed of all understanding begins with every word of obedience to God.

 

[Obedience]

the book of Revelation is about worship,

Agree. Only worship word of God.

I’m interested in discussing this theme and a number of sub-topics that flow out of the premise, such as: what and why is the Millennial Kingdom? When is the Rapture? and who are the 144,000? Any opinions, objections, or criticisms along the way are welcome.

Sorry, I personally don't think the topic you mentioned is something I can answer.

who are the 144,000?
Rev 14:4
These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the firstfruits unto God and to the Lamb.

 

[Nehemiah6]

that the book of Revelation is about worship, and more specifically, worship in the Heavenly Tabernacle.

The Heavenly Tabernacle -- called "the Sanctuary" and "the true Tabernacle" in the book of Hebrews -- is no doubt of great significance in Revelation, and also in Christ's ministry as our great High Priest as shown in Hebrews. But this tabernacle usually does not get the attention it deserves. In Revelation we see a constant contrast between divine judgments on earth and pure worship in Heaven. We can learn much from what is revealed there.

When Moses was told to build a tabernacle on earth, he was admonished by God as noted in Hebrews 8:5: Who serve unto the example and shadow of heavenly things, as Moses was admonished of God when he was about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, that thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the mount. "The pattern" was established by the True Tabernacle in Heaven. Also when David was shown how the build the temple at Jerusalem, he received the "blueprint" from God based upon what was in Heaven (1 Chron 28:.11,12.

 

[Pilgrimshope]

I’m working on my 4th book called, “The Heavenly Tabernacle” in which I’m advocating a new, or let’s say “less explored” grand theme of the book of Revelation. So many Bible scholars and students of eschatology focus on the unraveling mysteries; such as the meaning of the number 666, or who, when, and where the beast might be. I will be arguing that these end-times enthusiasts are completely missing the grand theme of the book . . . that the book of Revelation is about worship, and more specifically, worship in the Heavenly Tabernacle.

There are 10 celebrations of worship throughout the Book of Revelation, and after each celebration, something remarkable happens. Just as there were 10 plagues in the Exodus account until Pharaoh let the people of Israel go, the enemies of God are driven out of their strongholds and judged through the course of these 10 celebrations of worship.

I’m interested in discussing this theme and a number of sub-topics that flow out of the premise, such as: what and why is the Millennial Kingdom? When is the Rapture? and who are the 144,000? Any opinions, objections, or criticisms along the way are welcome.

You should study the book of Hebrews with revelation it says more about the heavenly temple the covenant the sacrifice and worship and high preist in Zion the heavenly mount of God

 

[Pilgrimshope]

Here’s a few examples you might find useful for your study but your book will benefit from the entire book of Hebrews

“Now of the things which we have spoken this is the sum: ( what they e been saying in the letter till now )

We have such an high priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens; a minister of the sanctuary, and of the true tabernacle, which the Lord pitched, and not man

. For if he were on earth, he should not be a priest, seeing that there are priests that offer gifts according to the law: who serve unto the example and shadow of heavenly things,

as Moses was admonished of God when he was about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, that thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the mount.

But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭8:1-2, 4-6‬ ‭KJV‬‬


“Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4:14‬ ‭KJV‬‬

“It was therefore necessary that the patterns of things in the heavens should be purified with these; but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us: so Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭9:23-24, 28‬ ‭KJV‬‬

anyways eventually it culminates

“but ye are come unto mount Sion, and unto the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to an innumerable company of angels, to the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven, and to God the Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect, and to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel. See that ye refuse not him that speaketh.

For if they escaped not who refused him that spake on earth,( Moses ) much more shall not we escape, if we turn away from him that speaketh from heaven: ( Jesus ) Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear:”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12:22-25, 28‬ ‭

Hebrews compares the old covenant to e new the earthly one with the heavenly

But remember in the end when all is done

“And I saw no temple therein: for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it.”
‭‭Revelation‬ ‭21:22‬ ‭KJV‬‬

 

[TMS]

The Heavenly Tabernacle .....
When Moses was told to build a tabernacle on earth, he was admonished by God as noted in Hebrews 8:5: Who serve unto the example and shadow of heavenly things, as Moses was admonished of God when he was about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, that thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the mount. "The pattern" was established by the True Tabernacle in Heaven. Also when David was shown how the build the temple at Jerusalem, he received the "blueprint" from God based upon what was in Heaven (1 Chron 28:.11,12.

This is what I believe and by studying the Earthy types and ceremonies, we can learn lots about the Heavenly ministry.

Heb 10:4 For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
Heb 9:23-24
23 It was therefore necessary that the patterns of things in the heavens should be purified with these; but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. 24 For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:

 

[Nehemiah6]

Heb 9:24 For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:

While the High Priest entered into the Holy Place of the earthly tabernacle with the blood of animal sacrifices, Christ entered into "the more perfect tabernacle" in Heaven WITH HIS OWN BLOOD.

But Christ being come an High Priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building; Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the Holy Place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. (Heb 9:11,12)

Too few Christians are aware of this -- that Christ sprinkled His own blood on the Mercy Seat in Heaven. It is called "the blood of sprinkling" in Hebrews 12: 24: And to Jesus the Mediator of the New Covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel. While Abel's blood cried out for judgment, Christ's blood speaks of the mercy of God, because Christ took our judgment upon Himself. This verse also clearly spells out that Christ is the Mediator of the New Covenant in His blood. That is exactly what Jesus said even before He was crucified: And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the New Testament [Covenant], which is shed for many for the remission of sins. (Mt 26:27,28)

Why "not made with hands" regarding the Heavenly Tabernacle? Because God is the one who made it, just as He made the New Jerusalem. God simply has to speak a word and "it is done".