The glory of the Infinite

Passage: Exodus 33

Background:

1. Always remember the context of the passage/the events that occurred beforehand. So in this case, Chapter 33 is following the golden cafe incident.

Questions and Comments:

1. Why does God divert his whole judgment? Read 2 Peter 3:9
2. Despite Israel's blatant disobedience, God chooses to extend grace by confirming His covenant promise given to Israel's forefathers. He also promises that His Presence will go out with them and lead them.
3. Notice Israel's behavior when God's Presence is with them in the tent of meeting. How does this differ from the way we choose to enter into God's Presence? Does it differ?
4. Meditate on Moses reply to God in v. 15-16. How can you answer God in the same spirit?
5. Why can't God show Moses the full extent of His glory as Moses was then (besides that Moses would die)?

In Nehemiah 9, Nehemiah confesses Israel's sin. Read v.9-18, 33-34.