Exodus 20:19-21

The Voice

Israelites (to Moses): ¹⁹ We are afraid to have God speak directly to us; we are certain that we will die. You speak to us instead; we promise to listen.

Moses: ²⁰ Don’t be afraid. These powerful manifestations are God’s way of instilling awe and fear in you so that you will not sin; He is testing you for your own good.