Buried Treasure

Whisper of God -
Next make tapestries of goat hair for a tent that will cover The Dwelling.
(Exodus 26:7 MsgB)

Observation -
God is giving Moses detailed instructions for the building of The Dwelling (better know to most of us as the Tabernacle). The Dwelling contained all the various things used to worship God - The Ark of the Covenant, the altar, the lamp stands, and more. Many of these things were covered with gold. The interior of The Dwelling was curtains of fine linen. But on the outside it was to be covered with goat skins.
From the outside The Dwelling looked no different than the many other tents in which the people lived. Yet within not only could earthly treasures be found, but more importantly God's presence would be there among His people.
I'm reminded of what Paul told the Corinthians. Like jars of clay we have a treasure within us of the limitless power of God (see 1 Corinthians 4:7). From the outside our appearance as believers is no different than anyone else. But on the inside is the life of Christ. We are The Dwelling of His Spirit!

Real Life Application -
The evidence of the treasure within is seen in how I live from day to day.

Day's Prayer -
Lord Jesus thank you for the treasure of Your Spirit that is living within in me. Empower me to not give in to the external pressures of life to fit in and be like everyone else. Empower me to talk differently, to act differently. May I daily live like You with an awareness of the treasure within.