In Exodus 35 and 36, since Moses got angry before he could give the people God’s instructions the first time he came down the mountain, this time he gives them the instructions of the offerings they are to bring to the Lord to build the tent of meeting. Probably because of the mercy God has shown them the people are moved to bring the offerings. Those who have been given the skills work to make everything to God’s specifications.

Every day the people bring more offerings until they have more than enough to complete the tasks. The work on the tent of meeting is being completed.

Psalm 19 speaks of God’s handiwork. God’s very creation speaks of God’s glory. Even without speech or voice it proclaims who God is.

Then the psalm speaks about God’s word as found in the law and teachings: how they are perfect, sure, right, clear, and pure. They are to be desired more than gold. There is great reward in keeping them.

But the writer knows that mistakes can be made so he implores God to keep him pure so that the words of his mouth and even his thoughts and desires will be acceptable to God.

This is an excellent meditation for each of us to remember, as we look not only at God’s creation, but also, as we live out our lives according to his words. May we always be acceptable to our rock and our redeemer.