God's Instructions
Sacred Furnishings & Holiness
The Cloud & God's Glory
Following God's Lead
Memory Verse Focus
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According to Exodus 40:2, on the first day of which month was Moses to set up the tabernacle?
The first month
The first month was Nisan (also called Abib), the month God established as the start of the religious year when the Israelites left Egypt.
It's also the month of Passover
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According to Exodus 40:4, what piece of furniture held the Bread of the Presence?
The table.
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Exodus 40:34, what visible sign showed God’s presence among Israel?
The cloud
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Exodus 40:36, what sign told Israel it was time to move forward?
When the cloud was taken up from over the tabernacle.
100
According to Exodus 40:34, what covered the Tent of Meeting?
The cloud.
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According to Exodus 40:1, who received the LORD’s instructions for setting up the tabernacle?
Moses.
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According to Exodus 40:4, what object did God command to give light inside the tabernacle?
The lampstand/candlestick
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According to Exodus 40:34, what filled the tabernacle when the cloud covered it?
The glory of the LORD.
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According to Exodus 40:36-38, who guided Israel throughout their journeys?
The LORD.
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According to the memory verse, what filled the tabernacle?
The glory of the LORD.
Exodus 40:34
300
According to Exodus 40:2, what sacred structure was to be set up before the furnishings were arranged?
The tabernacle of the tent of the congregation.
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According to Exodus 40:9, what special oil was used to consecrate the tabernacle and everything in it?
The anointing oil.
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According to Exodus 40:35, why could Moses not enter the tent of the congregation at that time?
Because the cloud rested on it and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.
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Exodus 40:38, when was the cloud visible to the people?
During the daytime.
300
Complete the verse: “Then the ____ covered the Tent of the congregation.”
Cloud
Exodus 40:34
“Then the cloud covered the Tent of the congregation.”
400
According to Exodus 40:3, what item was placed inside the Ark as a testimony?
The tablets of the covenant (the testimony)
The two stone tablets of the Ten Commandments (the Testimony), which symbolizes God's presence and covenant with Israel
400
According to Exodus 40:5, what furnishing was placed in front of the veil separating the Holy Place and the Most Holy Place?
The altar of gold for the incense.
400
According to Exodus 40:36-37, what did the Israelites do when the cloud remained over the tabernacle?
They did not journey until the day that it was taken up.
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According to Exodus 40:38, what appeared in the cloud at night?
Fire.
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Complete the verse: “…and the ____ of the LORD filled the tabernacle.”
glory.
“…and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.”
Exodus 40:34
500
According to this lesson, specifically, Exodus 40:1-11, why did God give such detailed instructions for setting up the tabernacle?
Because God is holy and desired His dwelling place to be prepared exactly as He commanded, showing obedience and reverence. God is a God of order.
If Moses had not obeyed, God's glory would not have filled the tabernacle.
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Exodus 40:4-11. How do the furnishings and the anointing together show that God is both to be worshiped and obeyed?
The furnishings of the tabernacle show that God is to be worshiped in specific, intentional ways. Each item, such as the table, lampstand, altar of incense, and Ark, had a God-given purpose. They guided Israel in how to approach God: with provision (the table), light (the lampstand), prayer (the incense), and reverence for His holiness (the Ark behind the veil). This teaches that worship is not random or casual, but thoughtful and directed by God Himself.
The anointing of the tabernacle and its furnishings shows that God is to be obeyed. God commanded Moses to anoint everything with holy oil, setting it apart exclusively for Him. Nothing was left for personal choice or preference; Moses followed God’s instructions exactly. This act declared that the tabernacle belonged to God and was to be used only according to His will.
Together, the furnishings and the anointing teach that true worship involves both devotion and obedience. God desires not only heartfelt worship but also faithful obedience to His commands. In Exodus 40:4–11, Moses’ careful obedience prepared a holy place where God’s glory could dwell, showing that worship and obedience go hand in hand when approaching a holy God.
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Exodus 40:34-38. What does God’s glory filling the tabernacle reveal about His relationship with Israel?
God desired to dwell among His people and guide them personally.
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According to Exodus 40:36-38, what does following the movement of the cloud teach about trusting God?
God’s people must rely on His timing and direction rather than their own plans.
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Why is Exodus 40:34 important for understanding God’s presence with His people?
It shows that God visibly dwelt with Israel, confirming His promise to be with them.