Pay close attention to everything I have said to you. You must not invoke the names of other gods; they must not be heard on your lips. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 23:13? 2. How can we diligently "be on guard" against other gods today? 3. Why is it important to "pay close attention" to God's commands? 4. How does Exodus 23:13 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 5. What practical steps help us avoid mentioning "the names of other gods"? 6. How can we ensure God's name is honored in our daily conversations? 7. What does Exodus 23:13 mean by "make no mention of the names of other gods"? 8. How does Exodus 23:13 relate to the First Commandment? 9. Why is the prohibition of other gods emphasized in Exodus 23:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 23? 11. What does the Bible say about religion? 12. What does 'You anoint my head with oil' mean? 13. In Ezekiel 43:7, God declares His throne will be in the temple. Does this conflict with the doctrine of an omnipresent deity who cannot be confined? 14. What does it mean to consider what is right? Discussion Questions 1. How does the command in Exodus 23:13 to not invoke the names of other gods apply to our lives today, especially in a multicultural society?2. In what ways can modern Christians be tempted to "invoke" other gods, and how can we guard against this? 3. How does the concept of exclusive worship in Exodus 23:13 relate to the first commandment in Exodus 20:3? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that our speech and actions reflect our commitment to God alone? 5. How can we identify and address the "idols" in our lives that may be competing for our attention and devotion to God?1. What are the dangers of spreading false reports as highlighted in this passage? 2. How can we apply the principle of not siding with the crowd when they are wrong in today's society? 3. What does the command to help an enemy's overburdened animal teach us about compassion and empathy? 4. How can we ensure justice for the poor in our communities today? 5. In what ways does the command not to accept a bribe speak to integrity in leadership? 6. How can we implement the practice of Sabbath rest in our lives today? 7. How might the command to let the land rest and lie fallow apply to modern concepts of sustainable farming and caring for the environment? 8. What does the passage say about our attitude towards foreigners and how can this inform current discussions on immigration? 9. How can we observe God's feasts in a way that honors Him today? 10. What does the command not to cook a young goat in its mother’s milk teach us about respect for life and creation? 11. How does God's promise to send an angel reflect His care for His people? 12. What lessons can we learn from the gradual conquest of Canaan instead of instant victory? 13. How might the principle of progressive conquest apply to our personal goals and spiritual growth? 14. What does this chapter teach us about the dangers of idolatry? 15. In what ways are we tempted to make covenants with "foreign gods" in our lives today? 16. How can we ensure that we do not serve 'foreign gods' in our lives today? 17. How can we apply the principle of "not oppressing a foreign resident" in our communities and nations today? 18. How does the promise of God removing sickness resonate with us in the present day? 19. How does this chapter instruct us on our treatment of the poor and the marginalized in society? 20. What lessons can we learn from God's specific commands about sacrifices and feasts, and how can we apply those lessons to our worship today? Links Exodus 23:13 NIVExodus 23:13 NLT Exodus 23:13 ESV Exodus 23:13 NASB Exodus 23:13 KJV Exodus 23:13 Commentaries Bible Hub |



