Exodus 39:38
the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent;
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 39:38?

2. How does Exodus 39:38 demonstrate the importance of following God's detailed instructions?

3. What does the "golden altar" symbolize in the context of Exodus 39:38?

4. How can we apply the principle of obedience from Exodus 39:38 today?

5. What connections exist between Exodus 39:38 and New Testament teachings on worship?

6. How does the "fragrant incense" in Exodus 39:38 relate to our prayers to God?

7. What is the significance of the altar of incense in Exodus 39:38?

8. How does Exodus 39:38 reflect the importance of worship in ancient Israel?

9. Why is the construction of the altar detailed in Exodus 39:38 important for understanding biblical rituals?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 39?

11. What is the purpose of the Altar of Incense?

12. In Exodus 30:9, why would burning 'strange incense' on the altar be severely prohibited without a clear scientific or historical explanation of the consequences?

13. Exodus 37:25-29: Is there any historical or extrabiblical record to confirm the special incense formula mentioned, or does it appear only in biblical tradition?

14. In Hebrews 9:2-5, how can the detailed description of the Tabernacle's furnishings be reconciled with the limited archeological evidence for such an elaborate structure?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the symbolism of the gold altar and incense enhance your understanding of the role of prayer in your life?

2. In what ways can you apply the concept of being anointed and set apart for God's service in your daily activities?

3. How does the tearing of the curtain at Jesus' crucifixion impact your view of access to God and your personal relationship with Him?

4. Reflect on the presence of God in your life. How can you cultivate a greater awareness of His dwelling within you?

5. Considering the reverence shown in the construction and use of the Tabernacle, how can you incorporate a greater sense of worship and reverence in your spiritual practices?1. How does the detailed craftsmanship involved in the creation of the ephod and breastpiece reflect the Israelites' devotion to God?

2. What significance do the twelve stones on the ephod hold? What does this teach us about the importance of remembrance in faith?

3. Why do you think God wanted the breastpiece securely fastened to the ephod? What could this symbolize?

4. Consider the colors used in the holy garments - blue, purple, and scarlet. What could each of these colors symbolize in the context of faith and worship?

5. What does the engraving "HOLY TO THE LORD" on the holy crown signify?

6. What is the significance of Moses inspecting all the work on the Tabernacle?

7. How does the completion of the Tabernacle reflect the theme of obedience to God's command?

8. How does the construction of the Tabernacle and the priestly garments underscore the idea of sacred spaces and objects in our own lives?

9. What can we learn from the dedication and skill of Bezalel and his craftsmen? How can we apply this lesson to our own lives?

10. How might the careful and detailed work of crafting the Tabernacle and the garments inform our own approach to worship and service to God?

11. How do you think the Israelites felt once they completed the work on the Tabernacle and its garments? Why?

12. How does Moses' blessing after the completion of the work reflect his leadership and guidance?

13. How can we apply the concepts of dedication, craftsmanship, and obedience seen in this chapter to our own careers or daily tasks?

14. What is the relevance of creating physical objects like the Tabernacle and the priestly garments in worshiping God who is spirit?

15. How does the detailed description of the construction process inspire you in your faith journey?

16. In what ways does the reverence shown by the Israelites in creating the holy garments influence your perspective on the preparation for worship?

17. How does the completion of the Tabernacle echo God's faithfulness to His promises?

18. In what ways do our personal devotions or tasks in church services reflect the craftsmanship described in the construction of the Tabernacle?

19. How can we incorporate the lessons of dedication and meticulousness from this scripture into our approach to modern worship?

20. How does the final inspection and blessing by Moses illustrate the importance of spiritual leadership in faith communities?

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