Exodus 19:1-8 ▼

1 In the third month after the children of Israel had left the land of Egypt, the very same day, they came into the Wilderness of Sinai.

2 When they moved out from Rephidim, they came to the Wilderness of Sinai and they camped there; Israel camped at the base of the mountain [of Sinai].

3 Moses went up to God [on the mountain], and the LORD called to him from the mountain, saying, “Say this to the house of Jacob and tell the Israelites:

4 ‘You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I carried you on eagles’ wings, and brought you to Myself.

5 Now therefore, if you will in fact obey My voice and keep My covenant (agreement), then you shall be My own special possession and treasure from among all peoples [of the world], for all the earth is Mine;

6 and you shall be to Me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation [set apart for My purpose].’ These are the words that you shall speak to the Israelites.”

7 So Moses called for the elders of the people, and told them all these words which the LORD commanded him.

8 All the people answered together and said, “We will do everything that the LORD has spoken.” And Moses reported the words of the people to the LORD.