Day 1: Reverence for a Holy God
Reading: Exodus 33:12-23, Psalm 99

Devotional: Today's readings remind us of God's holiness and the proper reverence we should have for Him. Just as Moses couldn't see God's face and live, we too must approach God with awe and respect. Reflect on how you view God - do you treat Him casually or with the reverence He deserves? Consider ways you can cultivate a deeper sense of God's holiness in your daily life, while also embracing His love and desire for relationship with you.

Day 2: God's Protective Love
Reading: Psalm 91, Romans 8:31-39

Devotional: The sermon emphasized God's desire to protect His people, even as He maintains His holiness. Today's passages highlight God's protective love for us. In Psalm 91, we see vivid imagery of God as our refuge and fortress. Romans 8 assures us that nothing can separate us from God's love. Reflect on times when you've experienced God's protection. How can you trust more fully in His love and care, even in challenging circumstances?

Day 3: Obedience and Trust
Reading: 1 Samuel 15:10-23, John 14:15-24

Devotional: The story of Uzzah reminds us of the importance of following God's instructions. In 1 Samuel, we see how God values obedience over sacrifice. Jesus links love for Him with obedience to His commands. Consider areas in your life where you might be substituting your own judgment for God's instructions. How can you cultivate a heart that delights in obeying God out of love and trust, rather than mere duty?

Day 4: Heart Change and Repentance
Reading: Psalm 51, 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Devotional: David's response to God's judgment was one of repentance and heart change. Psalm 51, written after David's sin with Bathsheba, expresses deep remorse and a desire for inner transformation. The New Testament passage describes godly sorrow that leads to repentance. Reflect on areas in your life that may require repentance. Ask God to reveal any attitudes or actions that dishonor Him, and pray for a truly repentant heart that leads to lasting change.

Day 5: Worship and Humility
Reading: 2 Samuel 6:12-23, Philippians 2:1-11

Devotional: The sermon described how David danced before the Lord, removing his kingly robes in an act of humble worship. Today's Old Testament reading recounts this event, while in Philippians 2, we see Christ's ultimate example of humility.  Consider your approach to worship - is it marked by genuine humility and abandon to God? Reflect on ways you can cultivate a more humble heart in your daily life and worship. How might this impact your relationships with others and your witness for Christ?

How might our casual treatment of God in modern society parallel Israel's irreverence in this story, and what are the potential consequences?

In what ways do we sometimes treat God like a 'trinket' or put Him in a 'box', similar to how Israel treated the Ark of the Covenant?

How can we cultivate a healthy 'fear of the Lord' that leads to wisdom, as described in Proverbs 9:10, without becoming paralyzed by fear?

What does it mean to truly honor God in our daily lives, and how can we move beyond mere rule-following to a genuine heart change?

How does David's response to God's judgment on Uzzah demonstrate both humility and a desire to seek God's will?

In what areas of our lives might we need to 'step back and evaluate' our relationship with God, as David did after this incident?

How can we balance understanding God as both loving and just, especially when confronted with difficult passages like the death of Uzzah?

What lessons can we learn from David's willingness to publicly humble himself before God, such as when he danced before the Ark wearing a priestly ephod?

How might our understanding of authority and respect in society be influenced by our relationship with and reverence for God?

In what ways can we, like David, organize our lives and communities to better honor God and facilitate proper worship?

Here are the scripture references mentioned or alluded to in the sermon, along with some suggested relevant verses for general themes discussedHere are the scripture references mentioned or alluded to in the sermon, along with some suggested relevant verses for the main themes:

Explicitly Mentioned:
1. 2 Samuel 6:1-11
2. 1 Chronicles 13 (alluded to as containing the same story as 2 Samuel 6)
3. Numbers 3 and 4 (mentioned as containing instructions for handling the ark)
4. Numbers 4:5 (mentioned specifically for "shielding curtain")
5. Exodus 33:20
6. Psalm 78 (mentioned as describing God leaving the tabernacle)
7. 2 Chronicles 1:3 (mentioned for tabernacle location)
8. Proverbs 9:10
9. Isaiah 55 (alluded to for "your way is not my way")
10. 1 Chronicles 15:11-15, 26a
11. Psalm 25:5

Alluded to but not explicitly cited:
1. 1 Samuel 2:12, 17 (describing Eli's sons as scoundrels)
2. 1 Samuel 4-6 (story of the Ark being captured by Philistines)

Suggested relevant verses for main themes:

1. On treating God with reverence:
   - Leviticus 10:1-3
   - Hebrews 12:28-29

2. On the importance of following God's instructions:
   - Deuteronomy 12:32
   - John 14:15

3. On God's holiness and man's sinfulness:
   - Isaiah 6:1-5
   - Romans 3:23

4. On repentance and turning back to God:
   - 2 Chronicles 7:14
   - Acts 3:19

5. On trusting in God's ways:
   - Proverbs 3:5-6
   - Isaiah 55:8-9

6. On honoring God in worship:
   - John 4:23-24
   - Psalm 29:2

7. On God's protection and guidance:
   - Psalm 32:8
   - Proverbs 2:6-8