The Heavenly Sanctuary Lanterns – a Hebrews 9 Craft

Materials Needed:

• Glass jars
• Tissue paper in various colors
• Mod Podge glue
• Paintbrushes
• Scissors
• Tea light candles
• Printable cutouts of the Heavenly Sanctuary

Instructions:

1. Print out the provided cutouts of the Heavenly Sanctuary.
2. Cut out the different parts of the Heavenly Sanctuary.
3. Cut the tissue paper into small squares or shapes.
4. Use the paintbrush to apply a layer of Mod Podge glue onto the glass jar.
5. Stick the tissue paper onto the jar in any pattern or design you choose.
6. Apply another layer of Mod Podge glue over the tissue paper to seal it onto the jar.
7. Once the jar is dry, apply another layer of Mod Podge glue on top of the tissue paper and carefully place the cutout of the Heavenly Sanctuary onto the jar.
8. Allow the jar to dry completely before adding a tea light candle.
9. Repeat steps 4-8 for each jar you wish to make.

Explanation

Hebrews 9 speaks of the Heavenly Sanctuary, a holy place where Christ entered once and for all to offer His blood as a sacrifice for our sins. The jars in this craft represent the sanctuary, while the tissue paper and cutouts symbolize the beauty and holiness of this divine dwelling. As we light a candle inside each jar, we are reminded of the light of Christ shining within us and the hope of eternal life that His sacrifice offers.