Who is the LORD?

1. The LORD Is Present (Exodus 33:1–6)When have you experienced God’s presence most clearly in your life?How might your daily priorities change if you valued God’s presence above Hisblessings?2. “Wanting the Blessings but Not the Blesser”In what ways does our culture - or even your own heart - tend to seek God’s gifts ratherthan God Himself? What practical steps can help you pursue relationship with Godinstead of religious routine?3. The LORD Is Accessible (Exodus 33:7–11)Moses spoke with God “as a man speaks with his friend.”How does your prayer life reflect a personal friendship with God?What might help you deepen that intimacy?4. God Hears (Exodus 33:12–17)Moses boldly interceded for Israel.What situations in your life require that kind of bold, persistent prayer?What might it look like for you to stand in the gap for others as Moses did?5. “Show Me Your Glory” (Exodus 33:18–23)Moses longed to see God’s glory. What does it mean for a Christian today to desire andbehold God’s glory? Read Matt. 5:8. How can we see God?6. The LORD Reveals Himself (Exodus 34:6–7)God describes Himself as “compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding infaithful love and truth.” Which of these divine qualities do you most need to rememberthis week - and why?“Merciful” (Hb. rakhum) is built on a root that often refers to the compassion Godshows to those suffering punishment for sin or those worthy of punishment for sin(see Deut. 30:3; Isa. 49:13; 54:8, 10; 55:7; Jer. 31:20; Hab. 3:2). “Gracious” (khanun) is built on a root that often refers to his showing undeservedfavor to someone (see Gen. 33:5, 11; Num. 6:25), even someone experiencingpunishment for sin (see 2 Sam. 12:22; Ps. 31:9–10; 41:4; 51:1; Amos 5:15).7. God’s Mercy and JusticeHow do you hold together God’s mercy and God’s justice in your understanding of Him?Are there ways you tend to emphasize one at the expense of the other?

8. The LORD Is the God of Covenant (Exodus 34:10–28)God called Israel to stay distinct from the nations.T. Desmond Alexander says, “God emphasizes that the Israelites must not allow thereligious practices of others to influence how they worship him.”What modern influences or “false gods” most tempt you to compromise yourdistinctiveness as a follower of Christ? What does faithful obedience look like for you inyour current season?9. The LORD Is Light (Exodus 34:29–35)Moses’ face shone after being with the LORD.Desmond Alexander says: “The transformation of Moses’s appearance due to his intimatecontact with God provides the background for understanding Jesus’s transfiguration.”Read Matthew 17:1-13.Read 2 Cor. 3:7-18. What do we learn about Jesus from this passage, looking back onExodus 34:29-35?Do others see “the light of Christ” reflected in your words, patience, or compassion?Why or why not?10. Who Is the LORD — and How Will You Respond?Where is God inviting you to repent of misplaced trust or spiritual apathy?How will you intentionally live this week as one who belongs to the LORD - who isPresent, Accessible, Covenant-Keeping, and Light?