MAIN IDEA: The Ark of the Covenant was where the presence of God appeared to reveal his glory and atoning mercy; He now does so in and through believers because of Jesus’ atoning sacrifice.
THE PROMISE OF MERCY
The Day of Atonement reveals the holiness of God and the humility needed to approach Him.
The Mercy Seat was between the wings of the cherubim and was where the presence of God was manifest.
THE PRESENCE AS MAN
Christ became the propitiation for our sin through His sacrificial death on the cross.
We have the gift of His atonement every day rather than once per year.
THE POWER OF MEANING
Believers always have the power and presence of His covenant.
God’s mercy and glory is revealed through us as we live daily for Him.
