The Gate

 Ezekiel 40-41; Psalms 128; Revelations 21

“Then he measured the length and width of the gate facing north, leading into the outer court…It was fifty cubits long and twenty-five cubits wide.” [75 feet x 37.5 feet]

Ezekiel 40:20, 21

The gates of the new temple were designed to be very large in order to facilitate the passage of many worshippers. God’s purpose for the place was that people from many nations would learn of his ways and experience the forgiveness of their sins. God’s salvation purposes still include the nations, and his gates are still large and open. The transition from that which is unclear to that which is sacred occurred through those gates as worshippers entered the courts of the Lord. We enter God’s presence today through the blood of Christ. Jesus is the gate to the Father. Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Jesus was clear when he said, “I am the gate!” (John 10:9). His salvation is for all nations; there is room for whoever will come.

“Lord Jesus, thank you that you open wide the gates of heaven to people from every nation, language, and tribe who trust and believe that your death and resurrection is for them. You are the gate to the Father. Thank you.”