Let’s read through the book of Hebrews one verse at a time in 2023. Every day explore a single verse and its cross references. AI-generated text draws the passages together. RSS feed.
Indeed, so terrifying was the sight that Moses said, “I tremble with fear.”
These cross references all relate to the fear of the Lord and the awe that comes from encountering His presence. They emphasize the power and holiness of God and the fact that His presence can be overwhelming and even terrifying. They also show that even when we are afraid, God is still merciful and will listen to us.
| Passage | How It’s Related (AI-Generated) |
|---|---|
| Exodus 19:16: On the morning of the third day there were thunders and lightnings and a thick cloud on the mountain and a very loud trumpet blast, so that all the people in the camp trembled. | Both passages describe a moment in which the people of Israel trembled with fear. In Hebrews 12:21, Moses is said to have trembled with fear when he saw the glory of God on Mount Sinai. Exodus 19:16 describes the moment when the people of Israel trembled in fear as they heard the sound of a loud trumpet blast coming from Mount Sinai. This trumpet blast was a sign of God's presence and power. |
| Exodus 19:19: And as the sound of the trumpet grew louder and louder, Moses spoke, and God answered him in thunder. | Both passages describe the encounter between Moses and God at Mount Sinai. In Hebrews 12:21, it is described that Moses was so overwhelmed by the presence of God that he trembled with fear. In Exodus 19:19, it is described that Moses and God spoke to each other, with Moses speaking and God answering in thunder. This emphasizes the power and majesty of God, and the reverence that Moses had for Him. |
| Deuteronomy 9:19: For I was afraid of the anger and hot displeasure that the Lord bore against you, so that he was ready to destroy you. But the Lord listened to me that time also. | Both passages refer to the fear that Moses felt when God was angry with the Israelites. In Hebrews 12:21, the author cites Moses as expressing his fear by saying “I tremble with fear.” Deuteronomy 9:19 explains why Moses was so afraid, as God was ready to destroy the Israelites because of their disobedience. However, God listened to Moses' pleas and did not destroy them. |
| Psalm 119:120: My flesh trembles for fear of you, and I am afraid of your judgments. | Both passages reference the fear of God. Hebrews 12:21 explains that Moses was so afraid of the Lord that he trembled with fear. Psalm 119:120 expresses the author's own fear of God and His judgments. The psalmist acknowledges that his own flesh trembles in response to God's power and authority. |
| Isaiah 6:3-5: And one called to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!” And the foundations of the thresholds shook at the voice of him who called, and the house was filled with smoke. And I said: “Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!” | Both passages discuss the awe and reverence that is due to God. In Hebrews 12:21, Moses trembles with fear at the sight of God. In Isaiah 6:3-5, the foundations of the thresholds shake at the voice of God, and Isaiah is overwhelmed with the realization that he is in the presence of the King of Heaven. The two passages demonstrate the respect and reverence that is due to the Lord. |
Heavenly Father, we come before You today in reverence and awe of Your power and glory. We thank You for Your presence in our lives and for Your protection.
We are humbled by the thought of Your might and majesty and we tremble with fear at the thought of Your judgments. Help us to remember that You are a loving and merciful God who desires to show us grace and mercy.
We ask that You would give us courage to stand firm in the face of adversity, and to cling to Your promises. We pray that You would give us strength to overcome our fears and doubts and to trust in You.
We thank You for Your faithfulness and for Your guidance. In Jesus' name, Amen.
This reading plan reads through a single verse each day, six days a week, paired with the most-popular cross references for the verse. AI-generated (and human-reviewed) text provides an opening thought and concluding prayer along with an explanation for how each cross reference relates to the verse. In 2023, this reading plan works through Hebrews one verse at a time. Every seventh day is a catchup day. Want more info? Try this blog post.
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