March 5 - Thursday

Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your time, then read the following Scriptures.

• Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35 

Reflect on the devotional, and answer the questions to dive in deeper!

• Devotional: Exodus 32 paints a powerful picture of confession as intercession, as Moses steps into the gap for a sinful people. He doesn’t minimize Israel’s rebellion or shift the blame—he openly acknowledges their guilt and pleads for God’s mercy based on God’s own promises. Moses’s prayer reminds us that confession is not about self-defense, but about agreeing honestly with God about our sin and our need for His grace. During Lent, this passage points us to the greater Mediator, Jesus Christ, who perfectly intercedes for us on the basis of His finished work. Confession, then, becomes an act of trust—bringing our sin into the light, confident that we are heard because of the One who stands for us.

• Discussion Questions:
  1. What stood out to you in today’s passage?
  2. What questions do you still have?
  3. What is God asking you to do in response?

End your time with prayer, and ask the Lord to help you apply what you have learned today.