Exodus 31:11
“the anointing oil, and the incense of sweet spices for the holy place: according to all that I have commanded you they shall do.””
What does Exodus 31:11 mean?
God is reminding the Israelites about all the sacred materials needed for the tabernacle, including the special oil used to consecrate priests and objects, and the fragrant incense that would burn in worship. These weren't just decorative details, but central to how the community would experience God's presence and maintain their relationship with Him. The repeated phrase "according to all that I have commanded" emphasizes that God cares deeply about how we approach Him, not because He's rigid or demanding, but because these practices shaped their hearts and kept them focused on what matters most.