Jehovah Jireh International Biblical Studies- Professor Cathy Missick

Four words summarize the narrative chapters32-34: Sin, Judgment, Intercession, Renewal. The cycle represented by the four words noted above was a constantly recurring sequence in Israel's history from this time forward. After coming to the place of renewal, the people would move back to the dwellings of sin again- and the cycle would repeat itself. That Israel was not ever utterly consumed is explained only by the mercy of God and by the ministry of prophets, judges, and, men likeMoses who pleaded with God in behalf of their brethrens.