This weekend, Andrew Schey reflected on the sin of the Israelites in the golden calf episode and the motivations behind their activity in Exodus 32, drawing connections to the ugly side of our human nature. The nature of God is also displayed in this passage, revealing the emotional reality of God in the face of sin and His capacity to be hurt. As such, our relationship with God is a REAL relationship - one with the capacity for great hurt as well as perfect joy and peace.