Feb 11, 2013
Exodus 19:1-20
The Simple Truth:
God’s desire is to meet with you.
If God desires for me to encounter Him, then what am I supposed to do?
- I must prepare myself for an encounter with God.
- You may desire an encounter with God, but are you prepared for such a moment?
- Confession and Repentance
- “consecrate them . . . let them wash their garments and be ready for the third day.” (Exodus 19:10-11)
- Matthew 3:1-2
- God’s response—“For on the third day the Lord will come down . . .” (v.11b)
Questions to Ask God as I Prepare My Heart . . .
1. Is my affection and allegiance being given to someone or something else?
2. Am I elevating someone or something as an idol, and bending my knee and bowing my heart to?
3. Am I vainly speaking or reflecting, God’s name rather than revering Him?
4. Am I finding pleasure in God by resting in Him? Am I observing Sabbath rest?
5. Am I honoring those in authority?
6. Is there hate or anger in my heart towards someone or God?
7. Is there lust in my heart?
8. Am I taking that which is not mine?
9. Am I deceiving for personal gain or to make myself look better?
10. Am I desiring and longing for what is not mine? Is it consuming my life?