When the Israelites were at Mt. Sinai, they were afraid of the glory of God, and the fire that they felt would consume them. They asked Moses to speak to God for them, that they may live. God mused that He hoped that--desired that--the people would always fear Him and obey His commandments. Then God … Continue reading Fear and the Greatest Commandment, the Shema (Deuteronomy 5:23 – 6:9)
The Awesome Presence of God (Exodus 20:18-21)
Exodus 20:18–21 (NKJV) 18 Now all the people witnessed the thunderings, the lightning flashes, the sound of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking; and when the people saw it, they trembled and stood afar off. 19 Then they said to Moses, “You speak with us, and we will hear; but let not God speak with us, lest … Continue reading The Awesome Presence of God (Exodus 20:18-21)
(Genesis 31:43-32:21)
Laban has caught up with Jacob, and they have aired their feelings, God has intervened, and now they agree to part ways. Before that, though, they make a covenant. They, each in their own native languages, designate the place as a heap of witness, and Jacob agrees to take care of Laban's daughters and have … Continue reading (Genesis 31:43-32:21)
Fear and Deceit (Genesis 12:10-20)
Abram had received a powerful promise from God. He would have a son, father a nation, and be a source of blessing to all the families of the Earth. Yet in the midst of this place of favor with God, Abram faced a famine and went to Egypt to find food. While he was headed … Continue reading Fear and Deceit (Genesis 12:10-20)
Devoted To You 