Holy Is The Lord

February 01, 2013            Exod 17–19, Matt 21:1–22, Ps 18:18–24, Prov 3:22–24

Exodus 17-19

Why is it that we forget the blessings of the Lord so quickly?

The people complained against Moses again. Why is it that we are so apt to complain about our leaders? Who are they ultimately angry with here?

It says they tempted God, in what way? Are you guilt of this as well?

Moses is a great example here because rather than try to handle the situation himself, he turned to God.

Sometimes God fights for His people (the Red Sea) and sometimes He fights through His people as we see in this battle. What are we to learn from this battle?

How is God your Banner?

Chapter 18

What was the wisdom of Jethro here? How does this apply to your life?

Chapter 19

What was the purpose of the Law? Why did God give the people the Law?

The Law (1) revealed God’s glory and holiness (Dt 5:22–28); (2) demonstrated the sinfulness of man (Rom 7:7, 13; 1 Tim 1:9ff.; James 1:22-25); (3) marked Israel as God’s chosen people (Ps 147:19f.; Eph 2:11ff.; Acts 15); (4) gave Israel a Godly standard to live by and remain in the promised land (Dt 4:1ff; 5:29ff. Judg 2:19–21); (5) prepared Israel for the coming of Christ (Gal 3:24); and (6) illustrated in various forms and ceremonies the person and work of Christ (Heb 8-10).

What could the law not do?

In short the Law cannot save you, because none of us can live up to the standards.

In this Chapter Moses goes to the mountain three times, is there any significance to that?

God said they much obey His voice and keep His covenant.  If they did o they would be His special possession, a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation. This is the theme for the whole book, perhaps the whole Old Testament.

Do you obey the Lord and keep His covenant?

Matthew 21:1-22

What is the significance of the Triumphal Entry? Why are the people so excited? How did the public opinion change so quickly, for Jesus will be put to death only a few days later?

What stands out to you about the cleansing of the Temple?
Is this how you visualize Jesus?

What does this teach us about our worship today?

Psalm 18:18-24

David said that the Lord delivered him because He delighted in him. That is a beautiful thought. Does the Lord delight in you? Are you His child?

David speaks of his righteousness, but we know he was very sinful from time to time. What does this teach us about the nature of God?

Proverbs 3:22-24

Verse 24 speaks of sweet sleep, how can one have good sleep?

If you can’t sleep why is this (I don’t think there is one answer here)?

Pray today to understand the holiness of God.

Pray that you can put into action the holiness you are called to live.