It is not unusual to listen for God’s voice for instruction, direction, or guidance. You will get that, but the purpose of this time of hearing God’s voice is for the purpose of knowing the heart of the Father.

You should know His intentions so you can give voice to what He wants. You must say what He is saying. You must pray what He is saying. You must petition for what He is saying. You must prophesy what He is saying. You must know Him.

When the people of Israel were on their journey to the promised land, the Lord instructed them to build a tent or tabernacle for Him so He could dwell with His people (Exodus 25:8). It would be the place they would meet with Him.

This sanctuary for God was to be made according to His precise specifications and would represent the order by which He would interact with His people. There is much to learn from this order, starting with the parts of the tabernacle, and the items in each area.

In Revelations 1:6 we understand that God has made Christians into a kingdom of priests and kings. When we live out our priesthood collectively as a kingdom of priests, then we experience God’s desired intention.

Part of that intention is for His priests to be blessed. To experience double honor. To possess the land and experience everlasting joy. Our priesthood is exercised and made effectual by Christ, the great High Priest who lives forever.