You Can Come to God After a Mistake
Read Exodus 34:6-7
Today’s Truth
God’s first reaction to our sin isn’t frustration. Exodus 34 shows us how gracious God is. He already gave Moses the Ten Commandments once, but Moses broke those tablets in anger when he discovered the Israelites worshipping other gods. So, Moses returns to Mount Sinai having destroyed the words of God. Instead of being angry or impatient, God lovingly spends His time retelling Moses what to write down.
Discussion Questions
- Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt like you had made too big of a mistake to come to God? Explain.
- What happened when you finally confessed to Him?
- What in your life is causing you to walk on eggshells around God right now? Pray honestly about your struggles and receive God’s quick forgiveness and abundant love!
Application
Because of God’s nature, we never have to walk on eggshells around Him. His love and forgiveness are far greater than anything we will experience here on Earth. We are invited to come to Him just as we are.
In God and Jesus, we see what makes a good friend — patience, loyalty, kindness. As sinners, we fall short of these characteristics every day. But God offers us perfect friendship. Throughout the Bible, God remains faithful through every circumstance.
