They must not remain in your land, lest they cause you to sin against Me. For if you serve their gods, it will surely be a snare to you." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 23:33? 2. How does Exodus 23:33 warn against adopting ungodly practices in our lives? 3. What are the consequences mentioned in Exodus 23:33 for allowing foreign influences? 4. How can we apply Exodus 23:33 to maintaining spiritual purity today? 5. What other Scriptures emphasize avoiding the influence of ungodly cultures? 6. How does Exodus 23:33 guide us in setting boundaries in our relationships? 7. Why does Exodus 23:33 warn against allowing foreigners to dwell in the land? 8. How does Exodus 23:33 relate to the concept of idolatry? 9. What historical context influenced the command in Exodus 23:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 23? 11. What is the Wilderness of Sin in the Bible? 12. Does the sabbatical land rest of Exodus 23:10-11 have any archaeological or historical substantiation of its widespread observance? 13. Ezekiel 33:11 - How can God claim He takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked while other Old Testament passages describe mass destruction commanded by God? 14. Numbers 33:52-53: How can a mandate to drive out entire populations and destroy their religious symbols be reconciled with other biblical passages promoting justice and compassion? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "gods" or idols that can become snares in our lives, and how can we guard against them?2. How does the command to drive out the inhabitants of the land relate to the New Testament teaching on being in the world but not of it? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our community and relationships are encouraging us in our walk with God? 4. How can we apply the principle of faithfulness to God in our daily decision-making and priorities? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced a spiritual compromise. How did you handle it, and what did you learn from the experience?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 23:33 NIVExodus 23:33 NLT Exodus 23:33 ESV Exodus 23:33 NASB Exodus 23:33 KJV Exodus 23:33 Commentaries Bible Hub |



