1. What is the meaning of Haggai 2:18?

2. How does Haggai 2:18 encourage us to reflect on our past actions?

3. What significance does "from this day on" hold for personal spiritual renewal?

4. How can we apply Haggai 2:18's call to consider our ways today?

5. What scriptural connections exist between Haggai 2:18 and repentance in the New Testament?

6. How does reflecting on past actions help us align with God's will now?

7. What is the significance of the date mentioned in Haggai 2:18 for the Israelites?

8. How does Haggai 2:18 relate to the rebuilding of the temple?

9. What theological message does Haggai 2:18 convey about God's blessings?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Haggai 2?

11. How did early Israelites fulfill the centralized requirement of bringing firstfruits (Deuteronomy 26) before a formal temple or priesthood was consistently established?

12. What are feet like burnished bronze?

13. Haggai 2:19 promises a sudden blessing—why don’t contemporary records show any remarkable change in Judah’s fortunes?

14. Why prioritize homes over rebuilding the temple?1. What does the act of "considering" mean in your daily walk with God, and how can it impact your spiritual growth?

2. How does the foundation of the temple in Haggai relate to the foundation of your faith in Christ?

3. In what ways can you ensure that your actions align with God's timing and purposes?

4. Reflect on a time when obedience to God led to unexpected blessings in your life. How can this encourage you in current challenges?

5. How can you contribute to the communal work of building God's kingdom in your local church or community?1. How does the message of Haggai 2 relate to the concept of patience and trust in God's timing?

2. Compare and contrast the glory of the former temple with the future glory promised by God. What does this say about God’s ability to bring restoration?

3. How does God use the example of the law of defilement to make a point about the people’s offerings?

4. How does the theme of obedience emerge in this chapter? How is it connected to God's blessings?

5. How can we apply the principle of obedience in our lives today?

6. How can the promise of a greater glory encourage believers facing disappointment or discouragement today?

7. In what ways does Haggai 2 reveal God's sovereignty over earthly kingdoms and rulers?

8. What does God’s selection of Zerubbabel as His “signet ring” signify? How might this apply to us as believers today?

9. How does this chapter illustrate the theme of purification and its importance in our spiritual journey?

10. How does Haggai 2 relate to God’s unfailing promises and the concept of divine assurance?

11. How can we apply the lesson from God's message about defilement and holiness in our personal lives?

12. In the context of your own life, how does the promise of God's blessings resonate when you commit to a task He has called you to?

13. Discuss how the Israelites’ experience with the rebuilding of the temple parallels challenges in modern-day projects or missions.

14. How can you embody the characteristics of Zerubbabel in your leadership roles today?

15. What are some practical ways that we can ensure our 'offerings' to God are not 'defiled' in the modern world?

16. How does the message of Haggai 2 encourage us during times of societal unrest or change?

17. Reflect on a situation where you experienced disappointment similar to the Israelites. How did God work through that situation?

18. How does Haggai 2 shape our understanding of God’s ultimate plan for His people and His kingdom?

19. In what ways can we, as modern-day believers, contribute to the 'building' of God's spiritual 'temple'?

20. How can we continually find hope in God's promise of future glory amidst our current challenges?

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