Feb 10

Ex
Interesting to think that for some a sanctuary shekel is a lot of money, for others, nearly nothing. Still, before God, we're all expected to give the same.

Anointing oil recipe: Lots of sweet fragrance and hard work [olive oil] to hold it together.

Incense: I don't know these smells, but interesting that the preservative of salt is called for. I need seasoned with some kind of preservative to hold on to what I learn.

In both oil and incense, they are God dedication specific, not to be used for anything else. Interesting to think that there are certain things that should remind me only of God. I don't think there are any for me. Is that a "Hmmm" or a huge "Oops"

Bezalel and Oholiab
Not only had they been artistically gifted, they had the Spirit of God, wisdom, understanding. That's a formidable package.

Sabbath
In the last several years I've heard more teaching on the sabbath. I try off and on to set aside a sabbath rest. Interesting teachings. Setting aside a time for renewal rather than my usual "one more thing to so" is pretty much foreign. I joy in accomplishment. The thought that I need to be renewed is a hard one, but makes good sense.

Matt
Over and over I'm struck by Jesus's nonuse of power. So many times in this book he could have done something very flashy and didn't. Now, that's security. I need to get there....the security part.

Ps
Hooray for v 1-2. I'm working to have no deceit. Interesting that old hurts still bubble up to be forgiven.

Mule/horse pic in interesting. Have power, don't think for themselves except to be stubborn. Hmm. See myself a bit.