Figure 2: Exodus 31 says that the work of creation and God's ensuing rest
are part of the Sabbath day sign that God is the One who sanctifies. This
sign was for Israel who was set apart from Egypt and typifies the believer
who is set apart from the world.
The work of creation: A type of the sanctifying work of Christ
Separation
Day
1
Separated in the light of Christ
Day
2
Separated in the heavenly dwelling place of Christ
Day
3
Separated in the body of Christ (the Church)
Day
4
Separated from the rule of the law to the rule of Christ
Consecration and Provision
Day
5
Consecrated to sharing the light with the world
temporary
Day
5
Consecrated to praising and worshipping God
permanent
Day
6
Consecrated to edifying the body of Christ
temporary
Day
6
Consecrated to Christ as His bride
permanent
"It is a sign ... that I am the Lord who sanctifies you." Exodus 31:13
God's seventh day rest: A type of Christ's finished work
The Sabbath rest: A type of the believer's rest
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