What does Exodus 20:21 mean?

Exodus 20:21 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Exodus 20:21 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was.

19And they said unto Moses, Speak thou with us, and we will hear: but let not God speak with us, lest we die.

20And Moses said unto the people, Fear not: for God is come to prove you, and that his fear may be before your faces, that ye sin not.

21And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was.

22And the LORD said unto Moses, Thus thou shalt say unto the children of Israel, Ye have seen that I have talked with you from heaven.

23Ye shall not make with me gods of silver, neither shall ye make unto you gods of gold.

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