The Bible Recap Kids – Day 43 (Exodus 39–40)

Host: Miss Emily
Date: February 12, 2026

Episode Overview

In this episode of The Bible Recap Kids, Miss Emily guides young listeners through the final chapters of Exodus—chapters 39 and 40. She celebrates finishing the book, highlights the completion of the tabernacle, explains key symbols, and helps children understand why God's presence with his people matters.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Finishing Exodus and Completing the Tabernacle

• The Israelites complete the tabernacle one year after leaving Egypt, exactly as God instructed (00:13).
• Miss Emily connects this to God blessing creation after he finished it, showing a pattern in God's actions.
  • “Moses blesses it. This points back to God blessing creation when he completed it.” (00:20)
• Insight: God’s work in Exodus is about restoring what was broken in the Garden of Eden almost 3,000 years earlier.

2. Why the Tabernacle and Holiness Matter

• God wants to be close to His people, creating a special place (the tabernacle) so He can "dwell" among them (00:29).
• Miss Emily explains the term "holy":
  • “Let’s review it now. Word to remember: Holy means set apart.” (00:44)
• Insight: The furniture and space in the tabernacle are dedicated to God and can't be used for anything else, making them holy.

3. Symbolism of Oil and the Holy Spirit

• God tells Moses to anoint (cover with oil) the furniture in the tabernacle (00:34).
• Explanation: Oil represents the Holy Spirit, and anointing is a way of setting something apart for God.

4. Aaron and the Priests

• God sets up Aaron from the tribe of Levi, and his descendants, to be priests (00:51).
• Only the priests can serve in the tabernacle, serving as a special family set apart for God’s work.

5. God’s Powerful Presence and Glory

• The highlight: "God's glory is so strong that it fills the entire tabernacle. There isn't even room for Moses to go inside because God's presence fills every single space." (00:55)
• Key Verse: Exodus 40:35 – “Moses could no longer enter the tabernacle because the cloud had settled down over it and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle.” (00:02)
• Insight: God’s presence with His people is powerful, joyful, and important—“He’s where the joy is.” (01:08)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “One year after the Israelites left Egypt, they complete the tabernacle just as God instructed. And Moses blesses it. This points back to God blessing creation when he completed it.” (00:13-00:20)
• “Holy means set apart. The furniture for the tabernacle will serve a special purpose, and it can only be used for the tabernacle, the place where God dwells.” (00:44)
• “God's glory is so strong that it fills the entire tabernacle. There isn't even room for Moses to go inside because God's presence fills every single space. His presence is powerful and his glory is great. He's where the joy is.” (00:55-01:08)

Important Timestamps

• 00:02: Key verse introduction (Exodus 40:35)
• 00:13: The tabernacle is finished and blessed
• 00:34: Meaning of anointing and the symbolism of oil
• 00:44: Explanation of the word “holy”
• 00:51: Appointment of Aaron and his family as priests
• 00:55: God’s glory fills the tabernacle; Moses can’t enter
• 01:08: Closing thought: God’s presence brings joy

Tone and Language

Miss Emily speaks warmly, keeping explanations simple and direct for kids—often using encouraging language and interactive moments like “Hey, Bible readers, do you remember what that word means?”

Summary

This episode gently concludes the book of Exodus for young listeners, emphasizing God’s desire to be with His people and the joy of His presence. Miss Emily helps kids grasp deep spiritual concepts (like holiness and God’s glory) in an accessible, affirming way, finishing with the reminder, “He’s where the joy is.”