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On Reading the Sinai Pericope Your mountain erupted and disturbed the landscape. Your voice disrupted and took our breath away. You spoke—in your own voice. You addressed us, willing to engage. You said "Thou" and we were connected to you. You said "Thou shalt" and we were summoned. You said "Thou shalt not," and we were under discipline. You gave us your dream and your hope And we answered with a simple yes. Yes, we sign on with you. Yes, we will be your people. Yes, we will embrace your vision. Yes, we will follow your commands. We are addressed, summoned, signed on as your people. We live from your mouth in utterance. We live back to you in gladness and expectation, sure enough—even on hard days—that in the midst of our obedience Your rule will come finally among us. We wait in eager longing and are glad for the good freedom your commands give. Amen. September 25, 2002 144 ...

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