THOUGHT QUESTIONS:
1) In Exodus 19:10 why did God send Moses to consecrate the congregation? (cf. vv. 14-15)
2) What is your reaction to God’s instructions in verses 12-13? (cf. vv. 21-23)
3) In v. 20:19, how would describe the people’s reaction? Was it appropriate, too much, too little?
4) How would you explain v. 20:20 to an unbelieving friend?
PERSONAL APPLICATION:
1) The Israelites met God on the mountain. How does this passage inform our meeting with God. Does it say anything about where we meet God, our plan to meet God, and our preparation to meet God?
2) What are your thoughts regarding contemporary Christianity’s view of God? Does your view of God influence God’s work in your life?
3) How important are the ten commandments in today’s world (from a Christian perspective and from a secular perspective)?
TWEETABLE THOUGHT
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge (discernment, understanding), fools despise wisdom and instruction (directions).