1. What is the meaning of Exodus 31:14?

2. How does Exodus 31:14 emphasize the importance of observing the Sabbath today?

3. What consequences are mentioned for not keeping the Sabbath in Exodus 31:14?

4. How does Exodus 31:14 connect with the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20?

5. Why is the Sabbath described as "holy" in Exodus 31:14?

6. How can we practically honor the Sabbath in our modern lives?

7. Why does Exodus 31:14 prescribe death for breaking the Sabbath?

8. How does Exodus 31:14 align with the concept of a loving God?

9. What historical context explains the severity of Exodus 31:14?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 31?

11. What is the Bible's stance on capital punishment?

12. Numbers 15:32–36: Why is gathering wood on the Sabbath punished by death, and how does this align with a just moral system today?

13. Should we keep the Sabbath? (Exodus 20:8 vs. Colossians 2:16)

14. Exodus 31:15 - Why does a just and loving God mandate the death penalty for Sabbath-breaking, and how is that reconciled with later biblical teachings on mercy?1. How does the command to keep the Sabbath holy in Exodus 31:14 reflect God's character and His intentions for His people?

2. In what ways can Christians today apply the principle of Sabbath rest in their lives, even if they do not observe it on the traditional seventh day?

3. How does the concept of the Sabbath as a covenant sign in Exodus 31:14 connect with the New Testament understanding of rest in Christ?

4. What are some practical ways to ensure that a day of rest and worship is kept holy in our busy modern lives?

5. How do the severe consequences for profaning the Sabbath in Exodus 31:14 highlight the importance of obedience and reverence in our relationship with God?1. What does the selection of Bezalel and Oholiab illustrate about divine empowerment and calling?

2. How does the divine infusion of "skill, ability, and knowledge" reflect in the work we do every day?

3. Why do you think the Lord commanded such detailed construction of the Tent of Meeting and its furnishings?

4. How can we apply the principle of the Sabbath as a holy day in our modern, busy lives?

5. In what ways can we honor and uphold the sanctity of the Sabbath in our own practices?

6. What does the Sabbath being a "sign of the covenant" signify about our relationship with God?

7. How can we balance the need for work and rest, as outlined in the commandment to observe the Sabbath?

8. Why is the violation of the Sabbath seen as such a grave offense in this passage?

9. What role does the Sabbath play in our understanding of God as our Creator?

10. What is the significance of the two tablets of the Testimony being inscribed by the finger of God?

11. How does the crafting of the sacred objects resonate with our creation by God?

12. How does the notion of 'sanctity' influence our relationship with God and others?

13. How do the concepts of obedience and covenant presented in this passage apply to your life today?

14. What lessons on the intersection of craftsmanship and spirituality can we learn from this passage?

15. How do you perceive the link between creative expression and divine empowerment in this context?

16. How can the commandments on observing the Sabbath influence our understanding of spiritual rest?

17. What can we learn about respect and reverence for God's law from the serious penalties for breaking the Sabbath?

18. In what ways can the divine appointment of Bezalel and Oholiab inspire us in our own vocational paths?

19. How does the giving of the tablets of the Testimony symbolize God's communication and covenant with His people?

20. How might we apply the detailed artistry and skill in the creation of the sacred objects to the crafting of our own lives as 'works of art' dedicated to God?

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