Exodus : Covenant & Law The Ark of the Covenant: Sacred Objects Museum Exhibit

Old Testament Series | Exodus Volume 2: Covenant & Law
The Ark of the Covenant: Sacred Objects Museum Exhibit

Help students explore one of the most significant objects in the Old Testament while discovering what it teaches about God’s holiness, covenant, and presence among His people. In this engaging Bible Study + Project, students investigate Exodus 25:10–22, Hebrews 9:4, Numbers 4, Joshua 3–6, and Romans 3:25, learning about the design, purpose, and symbolism of the Ark of the Covenant.

Through research, discussion, collaboration, and creative thinking, students create a Sacred Objects Museum Exhibit that explains the Ark’s construction, contents, historical significance, and its connection to God’s plan of redemption.

What's Included
- Complete Teacher Direction Page with a step-by-step lesson guide
- Student Overview page introducing the Ark of the Covenant and its significance
- Group Activity instruction page outlining the five exhibit-building steps
- Online Resources reference page
- Research & Vocabulary worksheet with guided investigation questions
- Sacred Objects Museum Exhibit planning worksheet with project organizer and sketch space
- Devotional & Reflection worksheet connecting the Ark to God’s presence and Jesus Christ
- Full-color versions of all student pages
- Black-and-white versions for economical classroom printing

Students Will
- Read and investigate Exodus 25:10–22, Hebrews 9:4, Numbers 4:1–15, Joshua 3–6, and Romans 3:25
- Examine the materials, dimensions, and design of the Ark of the Covenant
- Identify the three sacred items kept inside the Ark and explain their significance
- Discover why only the Levites were permitted to carry the Ark and how it was transported safely
- Explore the role of the Ark during the crossing of the Jordan River and the fall of Jericho
- Investigate the meaning of the Mercy Seat and its connection to Jesus Christ as our place of atonement
- Plan and create a Sacred Objects Museum Exhibit featuring labelled diagrams, timelines, and biblical explanations
- Reflect on what the Ark teaches about God’s holiness, faithfulness, and desire to dwell with His people

Perfect for Bible classes, Christian schools, homeschool settings, church education programs, and middle school Old Testament studies. This lesson encourages students to combine biblical research with creativity while making meaningful connections between the Old and New Testaments.

This lesson is part of the Old Testament Series and belongs to Exodus Volume 2: Covenant & Law, a collection of engaging Bible Study + Project lessons designed to bring Scripture to life through research, discussion, creativity, and meaningful personal reflection.

This lesson is designed to serve as a companion to your existing Bible curriculum, textbook, church program, or homeschool studies. It is intended to enrich and reinforce instruction through research, discussion, and project-based learning rather than replace a comprehensive Bible curriculum.