God unpacks the implications of the Sixth Commandment: justice is important, but it must be measured out with equal reverence for all human life.

As Israel’s physical journey away from slavery begins in earnest, God leads his people into a second crisis and reveals that their spiritual journey away from slavery is far from complete.

Moses’ people have been redeemed from slavery, but this does not mean they are ready for life on God’s mountain. They need healing, and the healing begins with a test.