¹⁹ Then the angel of God,^(A) who had been traveling in front of Israel’s army, withdrew and went behind them. The pillar of cloud^(B) also moved from in front and stood behind^(C) them,

God’s Angel to Prepare the Way

²⁰ “See, I am sending an angel^(A) ahead of you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared.^(B)

²¹ Pay attention to him and listen^(A) to what he says. Do not rebel against him; he will not forgive^(B) your rebellion,^(C) since my Name^(D) is in him.