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Chapter 7: The Threshold to Glory

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  A DULT BIBLE STORY SERIES C hapter 7: The Threshold to Glory A s she reaches out to move the heavy, woven door aside, the silence at the threshold is reached by a soft, rhythmic chiming—the delicate sound of golden bells. She pauses, comforted by the steady melody of the High Priest moving within. This is the Audibility of Holiness, a gentle but certain reminder that the work being done on her behalf is active and constant. She understands now that she does not enter on her own merit, but because the Great High Priest has already prepared the way, His life making intercession for her. With a heart of pure faith, she lifts her foot to step across the threshold. A s it suspends there for a fleeting second, she feels a sudden, holy pressure. In that micro-second of suspension between the courtyard and the Sanctuary, the Spirit whispers to her spirit that Light can have no fellowship with darkness, and the seat of the carn...
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Chapter 6: The Sanctuary Door

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  A DULT BIBLE STORY SERIES C HAPTER 6: THE SANCTUARY DOOR T he transition from the open Courtyard to the enclosed Sanctuary is a profound shift in reality. As she stands before the five massive pillars, the sunlight of the desert begins to feel distant. In this quiet moment of holy anticipation, the Spirit of Truth begins to steady her heart for the transition ahead. (1, 2) W ith a trembling heart of gratitude, she begins the outward act of consecration. She clothes herself in the four garments of the priesthood, which are the righteous acts of the saints. This fine white linen is her "Kingdom Uniform." She secures the linen trousers to cover her flesh from the waist to the thigh, ensuring her carnal nature is completely covered. She smooths the white tunic to cover her walk, fastens the sash of Truth to gird her for labor, and places the turban upon her head to protect her mind. She understands that when the King looks upon her, He must see only the purity of the line...
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