God spoke to Moses with instructions to build the Tabernacle.
Exodus 25:8 (ESV)
And let them make me a sanctuary, that I may dwell in their midst.
That tent-like sanctuary, the Tabernacle, was a foreshadow of Jesus. We find an explanation in the Gospel of John.
John 1:14
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
Dwelt — in Greek, skénoó, meaning to pitch a tent, to spread his tabernacle.
Good morning, Lord. Thank You for “pitching Your tent” among us, for dwelling on earth as a man among mankind. Now, O Lord, pitch Your tent in my soul, making me a sanctuary for Your Spirit (1 Corinthians 3:16). Work in me, work through me, be glorified by my thoughts and deeds.
I did not know that about the Greek meaning of the word for dwelt. Thank you. That’s helpful.
I picture Jesus pitching His tent in me … not for a weekend getaway, but every day. He’s there all the time.