Day 2-Anointed for Purpose
“And you shall take the anointing oil, and anoint the tabernacle and all that is in it; and you shall hallow it and all its utensils, and it shall be holy. You shall anoint the altar of the burnt offering and all its utensils, and consecrate the altar. The altar shall be most holy. And you shall anoint the laver and its base, and consecrate it.” — Exodus 40:9–11 (NKJV)
Summary
Consecration is not only about preparing ourselves for God’s presence—it is also about preparing ourselves for God’s purpose. When we consecrate ourselves, we are saying, “Lord, make me ready. Prepare my heart for the calling You’ve placed on my life. Clear the noise so I can hear what You are saying, and give me clarity for the path ahead.”
Exodus 40 gives us a powerful visual of this truth. Before God’s glory filled the tabernacle, everything had to be anointed and set apart. Not one item was overlooked, because every item had purpose. In the same way, God is preparing every part of our lives for the next season He is leading us into.
Insight for Today
The anointing in Exodus 40 was not random. It was intentional, prophetic, and filled with anticipation. God was telling Israel that He was about to dwell among them, but first the place where His presence and purpose would rest had to be prepared.
As you step into this new year, the same principle applies. As you quiet your heart before Him, God is not only drawing near—He is shaping, refining, and preparing you for what He has called you to do. Consecration makes space for His voice, His direction, His clarity, and His preparation. It is the posture of a life that says, “Here I am, Lord—ready for whatever You have prepared.”
Going Deeper
This passage becomes especially rich when we look at the meaning behind each item that Moses anointed. Every object symbolized something God desires to touch, prepare, and consecrate in our own lives.
The tabernacle itself represented the whole of a person—body, soul, and spirit. God was showing that He desires all of us, not just one part. He fills what is fully surrendered.
The utensils of the tabernacle symbolized the ordinary routines and tools of daily life—habits, responsibilities, rhythms, and work. Nothing was too small or insignificant to be anointed. In the same way, God uses the everyday moments to carry out His purpose.
The altar of burnt offering represented surrender and obedience. Before God reveals purpose, He first aligns our desires. Surrender becomes the soil where calling begins to grow.
The altar’s utensils symbolized the daily choices of obedience—the small yeses that shape a faithful life. Purpose is not formed only in big moments, but through consistent, quiet obedience.
The laver symbolized cleansing and renewal. Before stepping into what God has prepared, He lovingly washes away old patterns, hurts, and mindsets that cannot move forward with us into the new season.
The base of the laver represented foundation. God strengthens what supports us before He builds what is ahead of us. Purpose requires stability, and God fortifies the foundation before expanding the future.
Pointing to Jesus
Jesus is our true Anointed One, and through Him we have become living tabernacles of God’s presence. Just as the tabernacle was anointed piece by piece, Jesus tenderly touches and prepares every part of our lives—our thoughts, habits, dreams, foundations, relationships, and inner world—so that His purpose can rest upon us.
Consecration is not about perfection. It is about readiness. And Jesus is preparing you for something meaningful, intentional, and purposeful in this new year.
Prayer
Lord, I open my life to Your preparation. Anoint every part of me—my routines, my thoughts, my habits, my foundation, my desires, and the path ahead. Cleanse what needs cleansing and strengthen what needs strengthening. I consecrate this year to You. Prepare me for Your presence and for the purpose You have designed for my life. Make me ready. Amen.
Reflection
Which part of your life do you sense God preparing, cleansing, strengthening, or bringing clarity to as you begin this 31-day consecration?
Continue the Journey
If you prefer a Kindle or printed copy of this devotional or would like a companion journal to reflect and take notes throughout these 31 days, you’ll find the links below.
To stay connected, you’re also invited to follow my Facebook author page or join my mailing list to receive daily blog posts and updates on new book releases—links are included below.
