Moses, grieved by Israel’s sin with the golden calf, met with God in a special tent outside the camp where the Lord spoke with him, revealing the privilege of intimate fellowship with God. This teaching from Exodus 33 continues to show how Moses pleaded for God’s presence to remain with His favored nation, and God granted Moses’ request, promising His presence and then allowing Moses a guarded glimpse of His glory, while shielding him in the cleft of a rock. The passage teaches that true purpose is found in seeking God’s presence, knowing Him more, and living for His glory.