1. A place of prayer (1-10)

The golden altar of incense was for prayer. It was placed in the Holy Place, in front of the curtain that was before the ark and atonement cover. The other items located in the Holy Place all are described in chapter 25. This altar of incense is described here to show that the way to God is opened after blood sacrifices for sin. The High Priest burns incense here morning and night to pray for the people.

2. Atonement money (11-16)

Every person should be counted, and each one, regardless of his human condition, should offer to the Lord a half shekel as atonement for his life. Every person is a sinner, and every person's life is equally precious before God.

3. For cleansing and consecrating (17-38)

The priests must wash their hands and feet whenever they enter the Tent of Meeting. The oil for anointing was made with a special formula, as was the incense.

Application: Lord, thank you for opening a way for sinners to come to you in prayer.
One Word: Draw near to God with clean hands