Author Archives: L. Lyden

The Beauty of obedience Next Bezalel used acacia wood to construct the square altar of burnt offering. It was 7-1/2 feet wide, 7-1/2 feet long, and 4-1/2 feet high. He made horns for each of its four corners so that the horns and altar were all one piece. He overlaid the altar with bronze. ~ Exodus 38:1-2Continue reading “Exodus 38”

Crafted with Purpose Next Bezalel made the Ark of acacia wood—a sacred chest 45 inches long, 27 inches wide, and 27 inches high. He overlaid it inside and outside with pure gold, and he ran a molding of gold all around it.  ~ Exodus 37:1-2 Have you ever noticed how God pays attention to details? FromContinue reading “Exodus 37”

When willing hearts go beyond Moses gave them the materials donated by the people of Israel as sacred offerings for the completion of the sanctuary. But the people continued to bring additional gifts each morning. Finally, the craftsmen who were working on the sanctuary left their work. They went to Moses and reported, “The people have givenContinue reading “Exodus 36”

Willing hearts, willing hands All whose hearts were stirred and whose spirits were moved came and brought their sacred offerings to the Lord. They brought all the materials needed for the Tabernacle, for the performance of its rituals, and for the sacred garments. ~ Exodus 35:21 Have you ever felt that stirring inside your heart, that quietContinue reading “Exodus 35”

An Encounter And since I could not see for the glory of that light, being led by the hand of those who were with me, I came into Damascus. ~ Acts 22:11 Have you ever had a moment that changed everything? A moment when you knew God was real and that He was calling youContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Disappointed And all the city was disturbed; and the people ran together, seized Paul, and dragged him out of the temple; and immediately the doors were shut. ~ Acts 21:30 Have you ever been in the middle of a misunderstanding? What about in a place of trying to do the right thing only to beContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Restoration The Lord replied, “Listen, I am making a covenant with you in the presence of all your people. I will perform miracles that have never been performed anywhere in all the earth or in any nation. And all the people around you will see the power of the Lord, the awesome power I will display for you. ~Continue reading “Exodus 34”

His presence changes everything Then Moses said, “If you don’t personally go with us, don’t make us leave this place. ~ Exodus 33:15 Have you ever had a moment where you knew you were about to step into something new, yet you felt unsure if God was really in it? Maybe it was a newContinue reading “Exodus 33”

Staying faithful in the waiting When the people saw how long it was taking Moses to come back down the mountain, they gathered around Aaron. “Come on,” they said, “make us some gods who can lead us. We don’t know what happened to this fellow Moses, who brought us here from the land of Egypt.”Continue reading “Exodus 32”

Equipped for every good work I have filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, ability, and expertise in all kinds of crafts. ~ Exodus 31:3 Have you ever wondered if you’re really equipped for what God has called you to do? Maybe you’ve sensed a nudge to serve, to lead, orContinue reading “Exodus 31”