Bring the best of the firstfruits of your soil to the house of the LORD your God. You must not cook a young goat in its mother's milk. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 23:19? 2. How does Exodus 23:19 guide our approach to offering our best to God? 3. What does "firstfruits of your soil" symbolize in our spiritual lives today? 4. How can we connect Exodus 23:19 to Jesus as the firstfruits in 1 Corinthians 15:20? 5. In what ways can we honor God with our "firstfruits" in modern times? 6. Why is it important to follow God's instructions as seen in Exodus 23:19? 7. Why does Exodus 23:19 prohibit boiling a young goat in its mother's milk? 8. How does Exodus 23:19 relate to dietary laws in the Bible? 9. What historical context explains the command in Exodus 23:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 23? 11. Is there any historical evidence that supports the practice forbidden in Exodus 23:19 regarding boiling a kid in its mother’s milk? 12. What are Firstfruits to God? 13. What is the significance of offering firstfruits to God? 14. Why do Jews keep meat and dairy separate? Discussion Questions 1. How can we apply the principle of offering our "firstfruits" to God in our modern context, beyond agricultural produce?2. What are some contemporary practices or beliefs that might parallel the prohibition against cooking a young goat in its mother's milk, and how can we ensure we remain distinct as Christians? 3. In what ways does trusting God with our firstfruits challenge our faith, and how can we grow in this area? 4. How does the concept of firstfruits relate to the New Testament teaching on giving and generosity? 5. Reflect on a time when you prioritized something over God. How can the principle of firstfruits help you realign your priorities?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 23:19 NIVExodus 23:19 NLT Exodus 23:19 ESV Exodus 23:19 NASB Exodus 23:19 KJV Exodus 23:19 Commentaries Bible Hub |



