Deliverance: A Study In ExodusMuestra

What does it say? 

While Moses met with God on the mountain, Israel convinced Aaron to create an idol to worship. Moses begged God for mercy but many Israelites died due to their idolatry. ­­
 

What does it mean? 

The Israelites grew impatient with Moses. He had been on Mount Sinai for almost forty days meeting with God when they asked Aaron to make a god for them to worship. God had made great promises about a land of rest and peace, but the Israelites had run out of patience. They wanted a god who would reward them now, but the one true God does not share worship with idols. They paid a terrible price because they didn’t trust God to deliver His promises, giving their worship to a golden image instead.

How should I respond? 

This story is a reminder that God’s promises are worth waiting for because they are actually better than what we can provide for ourselves. How have you let go of God's promises to seek a little pleasure right now? Who or what has captured the adoration you owe to God? Look at John 14:1-3. What is Jesus preparing for you? Anticipation of His promises will keep your heart from the shame of idolatry. Today’s “golden calves” might come in the form of money, respect, or a relationship, but none of them can offer what Jesus offers. Be patient. God always fulfills His promises.Something went wrong trying to retrieve data from the server.