Some people question why we have to read the Bible in its entirety. Instead, they prefer to focus on the “interesting parts” and “exciting stories.” However, “all Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16). For instance, Exodus 26 covers details/instructions given to the Israelites on how to build the Tabernacle, which was the portable temple during the Israelites sojourn in the wilderness, between the time God led them out of Egypt and into the Promise Land. Exodus 26 portrays Yahweh as a God of details, a God of order, specific in His instructions.

Exodus 26:31-37 provides details about a veil/curtain that “separates the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place” (v. 33). The veil was a partition, which forbade just anyone from entering into the Holy of Holies (the inner sanctuary of the Tabernacle where God’s presence appeared). The apostle Paul explains the significance of this veil in Hebrews 9:8—the ceremonial law alone could not save a person, nor would its observance lead people to heaven. Eternal life lay hidden till salvation was brought to light by the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, which was testified to by the splitting of the veil at the death of Christ (Matthew 27:51).

As such, accepting Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior allows us to enter into the most sacred/personal relationship with the Lord, God almighty, who was, who is, and who is to come (Revelation 1:8). Let us remember and be joyful at knowing that our detail-oriented Heavenly Father, who loves us, always provides the wherewithal and means to do any task He assigns us. What a privilege we have, knowing that God is specific to our needs. God never leaves us nor forsakes us. He guides and protects us. What an awesome Father!