Reformed Devotionals Daily Podcast

In this episode, we look at the unusual "ransom" God required during the census in Exodus 30. We talk about the universal human tendency to try and pay off our spiritual debts through our own effort, and why God insisted that the rich and the poor pay the exact same amount. Ultimately, we see how this Old Testament silver points us to the final, perfect ransom paid by Jesus on the cross....

Scripture: Exodus 30:1–10 In this episode, we spend time looking at the Altar of Incense and what it teaches us about our prayer lives. So many of us carry guilt about how we pray—our minds wander, our motives are mixed, and our consistency is lacking. The biblical imagery of incense reminds us that our prayers actually need atonement. We dive into the encouraging truth that Jesus serves as our gr...

In this episode, we examine the burnt offering in the ordination of the priests. Unlike other sacrifices, the entire ram was consumed on the altar, symbolizing complete and total consecration to God. We discuss how difficult this is for us; we naturally want to compartmentalize our lives, giving God our Sundays while keeping control of our private worlds. Join us as we look at how Jesus Christ ser...

In this episode, we explore the intricate details of the Breastpiece of Judgment found in Exodus 28:15-30. We discuss why the High Priest was commanded to carry the names of the Israelites over his heart, and how this beautiful garment paints a vivid picture of Jesus Christ—the ultimate High Priest who stood in the spiritual courtroom to bear the full weight of our judgment on His own heart so tha...

In this episode, we look at the instructions for the priests' garments in Exodus 28:1-5. We explore why Aaron couldn't just serve God in his regular clothes, why he needed garments "for glory and for beauty," and how this points directly to our need to be covered in the perfect righteousness of Jesus Christ in order to stand before a holy God. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at refor...

In this episode, we look at the final verses of Exodus 27 to understand why God required "pure beaten olive oil" for the Tabernacle lamps. We explore the spiritual reality that the light of our faith requires a daily, "continual supply" of God's grace and how the "crushing" moments of life are often what God uses to produce the oil of the Spirit within us. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals D...

In this episode, we explore the outer courtyard of the Tabernacle in Exodus 27:9-19. We discuss the significance of the "linen boundary" and why the massive, twenty-cubit gate serves as a powerful symbol of the Gospel—proving that while God is holy and separate, His invitation is wide enough for anyone willing to enter through the way He has provided. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily...

In this episode, we step into the courtyard to examine the Bronze Altar in Exodus 27:1-8. We discuss why this "metal of judgment" is the first thing we encounter on the way to God, and how the "horns" of the altar provide a vivid picture of what it means to truly trust in Jesus as our only refuge from the "reckoning." Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional.substack.com...

In this episode, we focus on the single most critical object in the Tabernacle from Exodus 26:31-37: the Veil. We explore why this beautiful curtain was actually a terrifying barrier to God's presence and how the "cherubim" stitched into the fabric point us to the Garden of Eden—and ultimately, to the cross where the barrier was finally destroyed. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at r...

In this episode, we look at the structural frames of the Tabernacle in Exodus 26:15-30. We explore why God chose gnarly, twisted acacia wood to build His house and how the silver bases under the frames point us to the only foundation that can support us: the redemption purchased by Christ. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we tackle the technical details of Exodus 26:1-14 to find a surprising gospel truth hidden in the curtains. We discuss why the Tabernacle looked so rough on the outside but so beautiful on the inside, and how this points us directly to Jesus—our true Covering who shelters us from the "storms" of judgment and life. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional...

In this episode, we explore the intricate blueprints of the Golden Lampstand found in Exodus 25:31-40 . We discuss the profound significance of "hammered work" and what it means for our own spiritual formation. Join us as we reflect on how God uses the pressures of life to shape us into a unified vessel that reflects His light and follows the divine pattern set before us. Get full access to Reform...

In this episode, Pastor Chris dives into the specific craftsmanship of the Table of Showbread in Exodus 25. Moving past the gold and the dimensions, we explore the heart of what this table represents: God’s desire to dwell with His people and provide for their deepest needs. We discuss how this ancient furniture serves as a "rescue mission" for our self-reliance, pointing us directly to Jesus, the...

In Exodus 25:10–22, God gives detailed instructions for the ark of the covenant and the mercy seat—revealing both his blazing holiness and his desire to meet with his people. The ark holds the “testimony” (God’s truth that exposes us), yet God speaks from above the mercy seat, showing that closeness with him depends on mercy he provides, not performance we manufacture. This passage points us to Je...

In Exodus 25:1–9, God invites Israel to give freely so that He may dwell among them in the tabernacle. This passage reveals our struggle to trust God with wholehearted devotion and highlights His deep desire to be near His people. Ultimately, the tabernacle points forward to Christ, the true dwelling place of God with humanity, who gives Himself fully so we can live in God’s presence by grace. Get...

In Exodus 24:12–18, God’s glory appears as a consuming fire, and only Moses is called to enter the cloud. This devotion reflects on our longing for God’s presence and our inability to endure His holiness, pointing to Jesus as the greater mediator who enters God’s glory for us and brings us near by grace. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional.substack.com/subscribe

In Exodus 24:1–11, Israel boldly promises obedience, yet God seals the covenant not with their performance, but with blood—and then invites them to feast in His presence. This devotion explores our fragile promises and God’s faithful provision, pointing to Christ, whose blood secures our access to God and welcomes us to the table of grace. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformedd...

Exodus 23:20–33 reveals God’s promise to go before his people, leading them into blessing through faithful obedience over time. This devotion explores our impatience and tendency to compromise, and shows how Christ fulfills God’s promise by securing ultimate victory and guiding us through the slow, faithful work of following him. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional....

Exodus 23:13–19 calls God’s people to undivided allegiance expressed through worship, gratitude, and faithful obedience. This devotion explores our tendency toward divided hearts and shows how Christ fulfills true devotion, becoming the firstfruits who secures our faithful response to God. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional.substack.com/subscribe

Exodus 23:10–12 reveals God’s call to rest, trust, and generosity. This devotion reflects on our tendency toward anxious striving and shows how Christ fulfills our need for rest, freeing us to trust God’s provision and extend refreshment to others. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional.substack.com/subscribe

Exodus 23:1–9 calls God’s people to truth, justice, and mercy, even when it is costly. This devotion explores our tendency to compromise integrity under pressure and shows how Jesus perfectly fulfills God’s call to justice, freeing us to live truthfully and compassionately through his grace. Get full access to Reformed Devotionals Daily at reformeddevotional.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we explore Exodus 22:16–31 and discover that God cares deeply about the everyday details of our lives. These laws show that holiness is not limited to worship practices but extends into relationships, finances, speech, generosity, and how we treat the vulnerable. At the heart of the passage is our tendency to drift toward self-interest—especially when no one is watching or when ob...

Exodus 21:33–22:15 33 “When a man opens a pit, or when a man digs a pit and does not cover it, and an ox or a donkey falls into it, 34 the owner of the pit shall make restoration. He shall give money to its owner, and the dead beast shall be his. 35 “When one man’s ox butts another’s, so that it dies, then they shall sell the live ox and share its price, and the dead beast also they shall share. 3...

God’s Justice Is Kinder And More Compassionate Than We Expect When people read the laws in Exodus, especially the ones that deal with slavery or harm or conflict, they often feel confused. Some even feel unsettled. But these laws were never random. They were never harsh for the sake of harshness. They were given to a people who had just come out of generations of brutal oppression. They had no cou...

There are times when we make worship more complicated than it needs to be. We worry about the right words, the right appearance, the right atmosphere. We start thinking God is impressed by our polish or our presentation. But in this short passage at the end of Exodus 20, God pulls His people back to the basics. He shows them that true worship is not about show. It is not about performance. It is n...