From the Biblical Perspective: 'The Inner Meaning of the Compound Ointment as the Holy Anointing Oil'

 

From the Biblical Perspective: 'The Inner Meaning of the Compound Ointment as the Holy Anointing Oil' 

 

Component	Spiritual Significance	Characteristics	Application	Related Scriptures
Liquid myrrh	Christ's precious death	1. Fragrant smell, bitter taste 2. From wounded tree 3. Used for burial	1. Alleviates pain of death 2. Heals improper secretions 3. Symbolizes value of suffering	John 19:39, Rom 6:3, Mark 15:23
Sweet cinnamon	Sweetness and efficacy of Christ's death	1. Strengthens weak hearts 2. Has aromatic qualities	1. Makes us rejoice in the Lord 2. Strengthens spiritual vitality	Rom 8:13, Phil 4:4, Neh 8:10
Fragrant calamus	Christ's precious resurrection	Reed growing upward from swamps or muddy places	Symbolizes power of resurrection from death and difficulties	Eph 2:6, Col 3:1, 1 Pet 1:3
Cassia	Expelling power  of Christ's resurrection	Used in ancient times to repel snakes and insects	Expels all evil, especially the devil	Phil 3:10
Olive oil	The Spirit of God (basis of the compound Spirit)	Basic component of the compound ointment	Symbolizes the work and presence of the Holy Spirit	Gen 1:2

 

Overall Significance of the Holy Anointing Oil:

1. Prefigures the fullness of the Spirit of Jesus Christ
2. Represents Christ becoming the processed Triune God's compound, all-inclusive, life-giving Spirit through death and resurrection
3. Symbolizes the mingling of divinity (oil) with humanity (four spices)

Method of Preparation:

• Compounded "according to the art of the perfumer," symbolizing the complex process of the Divine Trinity

Key Scriptures: Exo 30:22-25, 1 Cor 15:45b, John 7:37-39, Phil 1:19

Application to Believers' Lives:

1. Experiencing the efficacy of Christ's death and the power of His resurrection
2. Enjoying the comprehensive work of the Holy Spirit, including healing, strengthening, uplifting, and protection
3. Being sanctified for God's purpose
4. Manifesting the fragrance of Christ in daily life

 

This comprehensive table provides an overview of the holy anointing oil and its components, including their spiritual significance, characteristics, applications, and related scriptures. It demonstrates how the Old Testament types are fulfilled in the New Testament and how they can be applied to the spiritual lives of believers.

 

*Please refer to the 2024 Memorial Day Blending Conference - The Christian Life

Week 3: The Intrinsic Significance and Revelation of the Compound Ointment as the Holy Anointing Oil—the Compound of the Processed Triune God, the Complete Type of the All-inclusive Spirit