◄ Exodus 30:15 ►
In making the offering to the LORD to atone for your lives, the rich shall not give more than a half shekel, nor shall the poor give less. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 30:15? 2. How does Exodus 30:15 emphasize equality in giving among God's people? 3. What does "the rich shall not pay more" teach about God's justice? 4. How can we apply the principle of equal giving in our church today? 5. How does Exodus 30:15 connect to the New Testament teachings on generosity? 6. What heart attitude should we have when giving, based on Exodus 30:15? 7. What does Exodus 30:15 reveal about God's view on equality among His people? 8. How does Exodus 30:15 challenge the concept of wealth and status in society? 9. Why is the half-shekel offering significant in Exodus 30:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 30? 11. What is the sanctuary shekel? 12. What is the purpose of the Temple Tax? 13. Leviticus 27:7–8: How can the poor be expected to fulfill vow payments that might exceed their means, and does this system promote inequality? 14. What was the purpose of the bronze laver? Discussion Questions 1. How does the principle of equality in giving, as seen in Exodus 30:15, challenge our modern views on wealth and status within the church? 2. In what ways does the concept of atonement money in Exodus 30:15 foreshadow the ultimate atonement made by Jesus Christ? 3. How can we apply the principle of community responsibility in our local church or Christian community today? 4. Reflect on a time when you gave sacrificially. How did that experience impact your faith and understanding of God's provision? 5. How do the teachings in 2 Corinthians 8:12-15 about equality in giving relate to the commandment in Exodus 30:15, and how can they be applied in our personal financial stewardship? Exodus 30 Bible Study Questions 1. What is the significance of the altar's design and its materials? 2. How does the daily ritual of burning incense reflect on our daily spiritual routines? 3. In what ways does the ransom offering during the census demonstrate equality among the Israelites? 4. How can the ritual of washing hands and feet before ministering at the altar be applied in our lives as we approach sacred duties? 5. What does the sacred anointing oil symbolize in the consecration of objects and people? 6. What does the prohibition against using the anointing oil and incense for common purposes teach us about the sacred and the profane? 7. How do these rituals and offerings draw the Israelites closer to the Lord? 8. How can we apply the principle of atonement, as seen in the annual atonement on the altar, to our personal lives? 9. What lessons on obedience can we learn from Moses' and Aaron's adherence to God's instructions? 10. In what ways can the principles of these rituals be applied in modern day worship? 11. What can we learn about the role of sacrificial giving from the required half-shekel offering? 12. How does the act of consecration in these scriptures reflect on dedicating things and ourselves to God today? 13. How does the story challenge our understanding of holiness? 14. Why do you think the same value was assigned for the rich and poor in the ransom offering? 15. What does the concept of "sanctuary shekel" teach us about sacred space and objects in our contemporary society? 16. How can the preparation of the sacred anointing oil and incense be related to the spiritual preparation we undergo in our lives? 17. How does the prohibition against personal use of the incense emphasize the importance of respecting spiritual practices and rituals? 18. What are some ways we can show reverence for God in our everyday lives based on the teachings of this passage? 19. How can the principles of sanctification, seen in the making of the altar, basin, and anointing oil, be applied in our current religious practices? 20. How does this passage help us understand the importance of rituals and symbols in our spiritual life and how can we create personal rituals that will enhance our spiritual journey? Links Exodus 30:15 NIV Exodus 30:15 NLT Exodus 30:15 ESV Exodus 30:15 NASB Exodus 30:15 KJV Exodus 30:15 Commentaries Bible Hub