What is God's purpose behind these (sometimes obscure) laws? See how the LORD gives his grace and his justice in his law to ensure a peaceful and just society.

What is the theme for God's law in this section of Exodus? As we here from more of the law codes, we see both God's grace and justice in the codes concerning restitution and restoration, showing the paramount value of human life.

How are we to see the goodness of the scripture in these difficult passages? See how the LORD has made provision for the vulnerable among the Hebrew people in these law codes, to show the dignity of each human life.

Guest Pastor Destin Williams comes to preach from across town and bring us the Word from 1 Peter 1:1-16. Looking at Peter’s reminder to the church that their salvation is held in trust in heaven, giving us great confidence in God’s grace and provision feuding difficult times.

Why does God give his people this good law at this time? As we go through the last of the Commandments, and then see the resulting reaction of the people to God's power, we can understand how we need the right kind of fear of the LORD.

Why does God command the people to 'Remember the Sabbath'? Hear of God's goodness through the command given to the people, to find true life by imitating him.

What are the first instructions on the mountain from the LORD to his people? As we consider these things, let us seek to follow closely after God, recognizing this law for the gift it is in shaping us to be more like God, to be formed more into his image.

Have you forgotten the Holy and Awesome nature of the LORD? As God descends onto the mountain, in holy fire and clouds, the people and Moses must consecrate themselves to be close to God. How much more wonderful it is for us who have the Holy Spirit inside of us, a sign of our redemption and righteousness that Christ given to us.

Ever had God send his provision from an unlikely source? As Jethro arrives at the Israelite camp to see Moses, we see faithfulness from the foreigner father-in-law who praises the LORD for his provision for the people and offers sacrifices, as well as giving wisdom to Moses in how he, and we, should organize our systems for the good of the leaders and for those in the community.

Does this passage sound familiar? As we follow the people throughout their wilderness sojourn where they fail in a familiar way, we see how crucial it is for us react to failure, trial, and hardship, by running into the arms of the Father, approaching the throne of grace through the blood of Jesus.