Exodus 35:21
And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 35:21?

2. How does Exodus 35:21 inspire us to give willingly to God's work today?

3. What does "everyone whose spirit moved him" teach about voluntary service to God?

4. How can we cultivate a heart that is "willing" as described in Exodus 35:21?

5. What New Testament teachings align with the willingness to give in Exodus 35:21?

6. How can we apply the principle of "willing hearts" in our church community?

7. How does Exodus 35:21 illustrate the concept of free will in giving to God’s work?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Exodus 35:21?

9. How does Exodus 35:21 reflect the communal responsibility in religious practice?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35?

11. How could over a million Israelites survive in the desert for 40 years without leaving archaeological evidence?

12. (Exodus 35) From a historical or archeological standpoint, where did the wandering Israelites obtain such large quantities of gold, silver, and other precious materials?

13. (Exodus 35) Is there any concrete historical or archeological evidence to verify that such a grand construction project occurred in the Sinai wilderness?

14. (Exodus 35) How did recently freed slaves, presumably untrained, develop the advanced craftsmanship needed for building such elaborate sanctuary items?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the willingness of the Israelites to give for the Tabernacle challenge your perspective on giving and generosity?

2. In what ways can you contribute to your local church or community, similar to how the Israelites contributed to the Tabernacle?

3. Reflect on a time when you felt your heart stirred by God to take action. How did you respond, and what was the outcome?

4. How can you use your unique talents and skills to serve God and others in your current context?

5. Considering that the Tabernacle was a place for God's presence, how can you create space in your life to experience and acknowledge God's presence more fully?1. How does the community's response to God's call for contributions reflect their faith and commitment?

2. How does the concept of Sabbath presented in this passage relate to our modern understanding of work-life balance?

3. In what ways can our personal talents be used for a higher purpose or service, as depicted by the craftsmen in the passage?

4. What role does the Tabernacle play in the spiritual life of the Israelites?

5. How do the detailed instructions for the Tabernacle's construction reflect God's interest in order and beauty?

6. What does the freewill offering teach us about voluntary service and generosity?

7. How does the Spirit of God empower Bezalel and Oholiab in their craftsmanship?

8. In a modern context, how can we make our workplaces or homes resemble a Tabernacle, i.e., places where God's presence is felt?

9. What kind of attitude should we have when contributing to a religious or spiritual cause, based on this passage?

10. How do the offerings given by the people demonstrate the value of sacrifice in faith?

11. How do you interpret the phrase "everyone whose heart stirred him" in the context of our personal callings?

12. What lessons can we learn from the participation of both men and women in this sacred project?

13. How does the communal effort in building the Tabernacle illustrate the concept of unity in faith?

14. What do the assigned roles and responsibilities in constructing the Tabernacle tell us about the importance of everyone's contribution in a community?

15. How do you think Bezalel and Oholiab felt about their roles, and how would you feel if you were in their shoes?

16. What modern-day situations require the same level of detailed planning and community involvement as the construction of the Tabernacle?

17. How does the passage relate to the saying "Many hands make light work"?

18. In your life, when have you seen an example of everyone’s unique skills and contributions coming together for a greater purpose, similar to the construction of the Tabernacle?

19. How can we ensure that our gifts and contributions are not used for self-glory but for glorifying God, as exemplified in the passage?

20. How can we apply the principles of obedience, generosity, and community involvement in this passage to solve problems in our present-day societies?

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