Lesson 12: "Please, Show Me Your Glory"

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Lesson 12: "Please, Show Me Your Glory"

Memory Text:
“And the Lord passed before him and proclaimed, ‘The Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abounding in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, by no means clearing the guilty, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children and the children’s children to the third and the fourth generation’ ” (Exod. 34:6, 7, NKJV).

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Exodus 34:6–7 – God reveals His character as merciful, gracious, patient, loving, just, and faithful.
Core Theme: Moses’ intimate encounters with God transform his understanding of divine glory, illustrating how believers today can grow in knowing and reflecting God’s character.

Key Insights by Day:​

1. Sunday: The Tent of Meeting (Exodus 33:7–11)
   • Moses pitches a tent outside the camp for personal encounters with God, symbolizing the need for separation from distractions to draw near to Him.
   • The people witness God’s presence (pillar of cloud) and worship from afar, benefiting from Moses’ mediation.
   • Application: Spiritual growth requires intentional steps toward God, both individually and communally.
2. Monday: That I May Know You (Exodus 33:12–17)
   • Moses refuses to lead Israel without God’s presence, recognizing that intellectual knowledge is insufficient without experiential reliance on God.
   • Grace: Moses finds favor not through perfection but through dependence (Genesis 6:8).
   • Lesson: True leadership demands intimacy with God, not just instruction from Him.
3. Tuesday: “Please, Show Me Your Glory” (Exodus 33:18–23)
   • Moses seeks a deeper revelation of God’s character — His "glory." God responds by proclaiming His attributes (Exodus 34:6–7) and protecting Moses from overwhelming divine holiness.
   • Fulfillment in Christ: Calvary becomes the ultimate display of God’s glory (John 1:14).
   • Today: We see God’s glory through Scripture, nature, and Christ’s sacrifice.
4. Wednesday: The Self-Revelation of God (Exodus 34:1–28)
   • Moses ascends Sinai again with new tablets, signifying covenant renewal. God emphasizes His mercy, justice, and faithfulness (vv. 6–7).
   • Transformative Impact: Understanding God’s character reshapes our priorities and obedience.
   • Fast and Prayer: Moses’ 40-day devotion models sustained seeking of God.
5. Thursday: The Shining Face of Moses (Exodus 34:29–35; 1 Corinthians 3:12–18)
   • Moses’ face radiates God’s glory after close communion, unintentionally aweing the people. He veils his face to avoid frightening them.
   • New Covenant Parallel: In Christ, the veil is removed; believers reflect God’s glory through the Spirit (2 Corinthians 3:18).
   • Application: Time with God transforms us visibly, drawing others to Him.

Final Thoughts (Friday):​

• God’s Dual Nature: His mercy and justice are inseparable (Exodus 34:6–7; John 3:16). The Decalogue reflects this balance.
• Progressive Revelation: Like Moses, we are "perfect" at each stage of growth but must continually seek deeper knowledge of God (2 Peter 3:18).
• Mission of Reflection: As we behold God’s glory, we become mirrors of His character to the world.

"To know God is to be changed by God. Moses’ radiant face reminds us: The closer we draw to Him, the more we shine for Him."