Trinity Grace Church

The 5th Commandment is far-reaching; it speaks to children, to parents, about all those to whom honor is due, it orders many things, and it takes several things for granted.  Exodus 20:12 - The Command, The Promise, The Hope

Too often we approach the 4th Commandment as if it's a burden rather than a gift from the Lord to His people.  The Lord's Day ought to be a foretaste of glory to come - rejoicing in the rest provided by the Lord Jesus through His work.  

God's name is inextricably tied to, associated with, and descriptive of who He is and what He has done and continues to do.  It should come as no surprise that we are charged to not take His name in vain but uphold it in an appropriate manner.

The first two commandments are a hinge upon which the rest swing.  If we get our doctrine of God wrong, what do the rest matter?  God commands us to make no images to bow down and worship - that includes no image of the true God because any image would fall short of His wonder and glory and power!  

The authority behind the giving of the Law, the grace behind he receiving of the Law and the substance behind the fulfilling of the Law all lead to our appreciating, loving and desiring to obey the Law.

Exodus 19 sets up and prepares God's people for a proper understanding of the Law.  This chapter puts on display God's holiness, His righteousness, His love for His people, and His chosen Mediator.  

As Moses and Israel prepare for the receiving of the law, we are all reminded of the mighty acts of the Lord as He displays His power, sovereignty and grace.  God's glory and care for His people are once again put on display.  

God's sovereignty is no excuse for our laziness, disobedience or unbelief.  That the victory is found in Him gives us confidence to move forward in obedience to Christ.  Christ is our banner; the One lifted high that all who look on Him will be saved. 

God's provision is often mocked by those opposed to Him.  Glory through suffering?  Exaltation through the cross?  Water from a rock?  Who ever has heard of such a thing?  

God, in His grace, remains faithful to an often faithless people.  He provides for His people exactly what they need - and it's sweet.