Passage
Exodus 19:7-25 (ESV)
“you Will Be My Witnesses”
Acts 1:1-11
Key Verse: 1:8
Be Consecrated Before Coming to God
Date: Jan. 3, 2016
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 19:17
First, the people promised to obey him (7-10). The elders responded well and entered into a covenant relationship with God through their commitment to him. They were full of good intentions but were never able to obey God fully. God would help them. It was all part of the journey.
Second, God call us to be consecrated (11-25). The people were not ready to meet the holy God; they were unholy. But that didn't stop God. Moses was told to go and consecrate the people. For three days they were to become as clean as possible and set themselves apart from daily routines. Through this physical process, they realized that God was seeking something much deeper. God also put strict laws about approaching the mountain. They were allowed to approach only when summoned by God himself (13b). When they assembled, there was an awesome display of fireworks. The mountain trembled violently (18). God really wanted to teach them about his holiness and their need to be consecrated.
Prayer: Lord, you are extremely holy. I am a sinner. Consecrate me and draw me into your presence.
One Word: Be consecrated by God
