The Lamps

The lamps must be dressed morning and evening at the time of the burning of the incense — a priestly care that there be nothing to hinder the light to shine out in all its brightness (Ex. 30:7-8). If this care is not taken by believers, there cannot be the enjoyment of Christ in what He is. The two things go together — light and ascending fragrance. It is when the Spirit is ungrieved that He takes of the things that are Christ’s and shows them unto us; and from hearts thus filled sweet fragrance goes forth to God. How careful the Christian should be to keep the lamps trimmed, not allowing in his thoughts, words, or ways, anything that will hinder the power and working of God’s Spirit in him.