Exodus 20:18-22

This sermon on Exodus 20:18-22 explores how the surrounding story frames the Ten Commandments through the tension between standing far from God and drawing near to him. It explains humanity’s separation from God’s holiness, Moses’ limited role as mediator, and Jesus as the greater mediator who makes people holy and distinguishes fear of punishment from reverent fear. Viewers are encouraged to obey God from rescue, love, gratitude, humility, and confidence rather than anxiety or self-reliance.