HAND WASHING

Before you proceed to the hand washing station, take a moment and think about what it means to draw near to God. In Old Testament times, God used the Tabernacle, and later the Temple, to teach the people how to approach Him in His holiness. The priests were completely washed and consecrated to God only once, but every day when they approached God they were required to wash their hands in the laver of the courtyard before they came before Him.

Now, in our New Testament times, we too are completely washed once and consecrated to God, through faith in Jesus by His death on the cross. That is our salvation, something He alone can do for us. But every day, we can come to Him symbolically, just like the priests did, washing our hands as an act of cleansing and fellowship. Ephesians 5:26 calls us to be “washed with the Word of God” daily in our lives by spending time with Him and His Word.

What a beautiful picture. Take the time to wash your hands at the washing stations provided. As you do, draw near to God and allow Him to wash away the cares, worries and distractions of the day. Hebrews 10:22a says, “let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith…”

God has something just for you this Good Friday. Open your eyes, your heart, and let Him speak. And talk to Him, because He wants to hear from you, too.