The nation of Israel has rebelled against the Lord in creating and worshipping the golden calf. Moses intercedes for the people, invoking God's mercy and requesting to see God's glory. God reveals himself as merciful, gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth.

Christ was our example for being under authority and suffering in a way that is acceptable with God.

Identifying the blessings of God that are forfeited by believers through rebellious disobedience