God is so angry with the people that he tells Moses he needs to keep his distance from them or he will destroy them. Moses pleads with God to continue to be near his people and even asks that he be allowed to see God’s glory.
Moses longing for God’s presence is a great example for us. He is not satisfied to have God provide for them and protect them; he wants God nearby. Would you have been satisfied to have God provide for you and protect you, or would you have insisted on God’s presence as well?