I must say that this wholesome fear of the Almighty has turned up missing in our era. And when it is absent, we think we may do as we please. You can live as you please if you know you’re not being seen and you won’t get caught. But if, down deep inside, you know there is a loving and holy God who will not let you get away with sin, you will avoid sin at all costs. That is exactly what the Lord wanted to establish first with the people of Israel— a holy, righteous, pure, and respectful concept of His presence.
