“For the cloud of the LORD was upon the tabernacle by day, and fire was on it by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel, throughout all their journeys.” Exodus 40:38

The Shekinah Glory is the visible manifestation of the presence of God. It is the majestic presence or manifestation of God in which He descends to dwell among men. “Then a cloud covered the tent of the congregation, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle,” Exodus 40:34.

In the book of Exodus chapter forty we read the account of the tabernacle in which God gave Moses specific instructions to build in the wilderness after the exodus from Egypt. At the completion of the tabernacle, there was a miraculous occurrence, God placed a cloud over the tabernacle and His shekinah glory shew forth with divine brilliance, so bright that even Moses was unable to enter until it was abated. “And Moses was not able to enter into the tent of the congregation, because the cloud abode thereon, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle.” Exodus 40:35.

The direct visible presence of God is too much for our human eyes or minds to encounter without being changed into immortality. Therefore, God lovingly manifests Himself in ways that we can humanly experience His glory. The pillar of cloud and fire over the tabernacle is a perfect example of God’s divine presence and protection with His people. When the cloud moved, they traveled on, however when it stopped, they remained where they were.

Praise God that by His amazing grace He sent our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ whose atoning work on the cross has made it possible for every born-again believer to experience the shekinah glory of our Great and Almighty God. “For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” 2 Corinthians 4:6.

God provides all that we need to have an intimate relationship with Him from now throughout eternity. Jesus walked this earth for over thirty-three years as the human manifestation of God! If our desire is to have a closer walk with God, we must have an intimate relationship with our Savior. “And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one:” John 17:22.

Every born-again believer is indwelt with the Holy Spirit. In and through Him we learn of Jesus, we experience His glory; and when we seek to have more of Him and less of ourselves . . . He does miraculous things in our lives that grow us and shew forth His glory to the world! “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.” 2 Corinthians 4:7.

I am not sure about you, but I need His glory every day of my life…His divine presence provides the assurance and protection that we need; His amazing grace sustains and succors us through the ups and downs in this life… we are able to live through and testify of His majestic power, brilliance, and goodness to all men.

Let us remain steadfast, aware. and unmovable, giving praise for His glorious manifestation and unfailing love, knowing that He is transforming us  into His glorified image! “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.” 2 Corinthians 3:18.

In your power and glory, I am strong when I am weak, Lord.

God blessings, peace, and goodness be with us all!