1. The broken tablets (1-20)

Moses carried in his hands the two stone tablets written by the finger of God. But when he saw what the people were doing, his anger burned; he smashed the tablets. He burned the idol, ground it to powder, sprinkled it on the water and made them drink it. This was holy anger!

2. The Levites are consecrated to God (21-29)

Aaron made lame excuses; Moses turned his attention to the people running wild. Drastic action was needed if the nation was to be saved. The Levites stood with Moses on God's side and put to death by the sword their own, out-of-control family members and friends. Order was restored and the nation was saved.

3. Moses' passion and his second prayer (30-35)

Moses put his own soul on the line as he prayed a second time for his people. Moses had a shepherd's loved for them, but God was not ready to relent.

Application: Lord, help me to stand on your side in times of crisis. Teach me the passion and prayer of a shepherd.
One Word: Human compromise won't help