The Bible Recap Kids, Day 41: Exodus 33-35

Host: Miss Emily ("Miss Emily")
Release Date: February 10, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode of The Bible Recap Kids, hosted by Miss Emily, recaps Exodus chapters 33-35 in a warm and approachable style designed for younger Bible readers. The main theme centers on God's presence with His people, Moses' close relationship with God, and the importance of living with God's guidance and joy.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Moses’ Plea for God’s Presence

• Setting: God tells the Israelites it's time to move toward Canaan (the Promised Land), but He won’t personally go with them due to their disobedience.
• Miss Emily emphasizes Moses’ heartfelt plea to God to remain with the people:
  • Quote:
    “If you don't personally go with us, don't make us leave this place. How will anyone know that you look favorably on me...if you don't go with us? For your presence among us sets your people and me apart from all other people on the earth.”
    — Moses, Exodus 33:15-16, paraphrased by Miss Emily [00:16]

2. Relationship with God

• Moses talks with God as a friend, reminding listeners that we can speak to God, too.
• He reminds God of His promises and asks for Him to guide the people directly, not just through an angel.

3. God’s Agreement and Display of Glory

• Key event: God agrees to journey with the Israelites after Moses intercedes (shows the power of prayer and persistence).

• Moses asks to see God’s “glory.” Miss Emily highlights the meaning:

  • Quote:
    “Glory is magnificence, splendor, and beauty.” — Miss Emily [01:21]

• On Mount Sinai, God shows Moses His glory.

• God rewrites the Ten Commandments on new tablets for Moses to take back to the people.

4. Moses’ Shining Face

• When Moses returns, his face is radiant from being in God’s presence, which scares the people. Moses covers his face with a veil.
• Miss Emily notes the importance of this transformation as a result of God’s presence.

5. The Tabernacle Offering

• Moses reminds people of God’s laws and collects offerings for the Tabernacle, teaching about community and responsibility.

6. Who We Are When God Is With Us

• Miss Emily gives a takeaway on identity:

  • “Today, God gives us our identity and he makes us his. Moses knew that if God didn't go with them, they would sin again and again. When we live like God is with us, we become who he really made us to be.” [02:14]

• She emphasizes that God uses His people to show the world His power, kindness, and joy.

• Notable moment:
  “Because he’s where the joy is.” — Miss Emily [02:33]

Memorable Quotes

• “Moses talks to God just like we talk to our friends.” — Miss Emily [00:40]
• “Glory is magnificence, splendor, and beauty.” — Miss Emily [01:21]
• “When we live like God is with us, we become who he really made us to be.” — Miss Emily [02:14]
• “God uses his people to show others his power and his kindness and of course, his joy. Because he’s where the joy is.” — Miss Emily [02:30-02:33]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:16 — Moses’ prayer for God’s presence
• 00:40 — Moses’ friendship with God
• 01:21 — Definition of “glory”
• 02:14 — Takeaway: God gives us our identity
• 02:33 — Joy of God’s presence

Tone

Miss Emily uses a gentle, encouraging, and straightforward tone, making the story accessible and meaningful for kids. She reinforces hopeful messages about prayer, friendship with God, and the joy found in His presence.

Summary

This episode focuses on Moses’ relationship with God and how essential God’s presence is for His people. Listeners are encouraged to seek God, talk to Him as a friend, and remember that it’s God’s presence that makes His people special—leading them to joy, purpose, and belonging.