Exodus 20:25 · KJV
"And if thou wilt make me an altar of stone, thou shalt not build it of hewn stone: for if thou lift up thy tool upon it, thou hast polluted it."
King James Version
What does Exodus 20:25 mean? →Passage Context
23Ye shall not make with me gods of silver, neither shall ye make unto you gods of gold.
24An altar of earth thou shalt make unto me, and shalt sacrifice thereon thy burnt offerings, and thy peace offerings, thy sheep, and thine oxen: in all places where I record my name I will come unto thee, and I will bless thee.
25And if thou wilt make me an altar of stone, thou shalt not build it of hewn stone: for if thou lift up thy tool upon it, thou hast polluted it.
26Neither shalt thou go up by steps unto mine altar, that thy nakedness be not discovered thereon.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you approach God in your worship?
2
What does it mean for you to keep your worship pure?
3
When have you felt your intentions in worship were compromised?
Life Application
worship
Consider how you can create a space for genuine worship in your life. Reflect on the tools and practices that help you connect with God.
integrity
Evaluate areas in your life where you might be compromising your values. Strive to maintain purity in your intentions and actions.
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