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"The chambers for the singers in the inner court"

Text: Ezekiel 40:44

THE CHAMBERS FOR THE SERVANTS OF GOD

God graciously provided for the singers who lead the congregation in singing of praises to God in worship. Chambers would be provided for them to rest in between worship services.

“Outside the inner gate were the chambers for the singers in the inner court, one facing south at the side of the northern gateway, and the other facing north at the side of the southern gateway. Then he said to me, ‘This chamber which face south is for the priests who have charge of the temple. The chamber which faces north is for the priests who have charge of the altar; these are the sons of Zadok, from the sons of Levi, who come near the Lord to minister to Him.'”
Ezekiel 40:44-46

1. There were two special chambers.

a) One facing south at the northern gateway.

b) The other was facing north at the side of the southern gateway.

2. The chamber facing south.

a) This was designated for the priests.

b) These priests had charge of the temple.

3. The chamber facing north.

a) This was designated for the priests who had charge of the altar.

b) They have a special ministry of drawing near to the Lord to minister to Him.

4. The sons of Zadok

a) Zadok was one of the priests who remained faithful to King David.

b) Through thick and thin, Zadok stood by King David.

c) He was rewarded for his faithfulness in the reign of King Solomon.

d) Zadok and his descendants remained faithful servants of God.

e) In the Millennial Kingdom:

i) They were special remembered.

ii) They were honoured by the Lord.

iii) Special chambers were provided for them.