◄ Ezra 6:10 ►
Then they will be able to offer sacrifices of a sweet aroma to the God of heaven and to pray for the lives of the king and his sons. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 6:10? 2. How does Ezra 6:10 emphasize the importance of prayer for leaders' well-being? 3. What role do offerings play in seeking God's favor according to Ezra 6:10? 4. How can we apply the principle of intercession for leaders in our prayers? 5. Connect Ezra 6:10 with 1 Timothy 2:1-2 on praying for authorities. 6. How does Ezra 6:10 encourage us to prioritize spiritual practices in daily life? 7. How does Ezra 6:10 emphasize the importance of prayer for leaders? 8. What historical context surrounds the rebuilding of the temple in Ezra 6:10? 9. How does Ezra 6:10 reflect God's sovereignty in political affairs? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 6? 11. Should Ezra have ordered abandoning foreign wives and children? 12. What lessons do Ezra and Nehemiah's stories teach us? 13. Does God desire sacrifices? (Hosea 6:6 vs. Exodus 29:18) 14. What are the main themes of the Bible's books? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of offering "sacrifices of pleasing aroma" apply to our modern-day worship practices? 2. In what ways can we actively pray for our leaders today, and why is this important according to biblical teaching? 3. How does the rebuilding of the Temple in Ezra's time parallel the spiritual renewal God desires in our lives? 4. What are some practical ways we can live sacrificially, offering our lives as a "pleasing aroma" to God? 5. How do the themes of restoration and intercession in Ezra 6:10 connect with the broader account of God's redemptive plan in the Bible? Ezra 6 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the response of King Darius to the construction of the Temple illustrate God's control over the hearts of kings? 2. How does the dedication of the Temple reflect the concept of corporate worship? 3. How might the celebration of Passover in the newly built Temple have impacted the faith of the Israelites? 4. How does this chapter demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? 5. What can we learn about God's provision in this chapter? 6. How can we see the theme of obedience playing out in this chapter? 7. Compare the response of Tattenai and the other officials to King Darius' decree with their initial resistance to the building of the Temple. What changed and why? 8. In the context of Ezra 6, how does God's will align with the actions of secular rulers? How can this be applied to today's context? 9. How does the completion of the Temple inspire believers to persist in their God-given tasks today? 10. What does the celebration of the Passover in the newly completed Temple teach us about the importance of remembering and celebrating God's deliverance? 11. How do you see God's sovereignty displayed in your life as it was in the story of the rebuilding of the Temple? 12. How does God use people and circumstances in this chapter to accomplish His purposes? Can you recall a situation where you've seen this in your life? 13. How does this chapter show the connection between obedience to God and communal joy? 14. How can we apply the Israelites' dedication to the Temple's completion to our personal commitment to God's work today? 15. How does the funding of the Temple construction by a foreign king reflect God's provision, and how can we trust in that provision today? 16. How does the account of the Temple's completion encourage you in your personal faith journey? 17. What does the purified celebration of the Passover teach us about approaching God in worship and celebration? 18. What lessons about perseverance and hope can you apply from this chapter to any discouraging situations in your life? 19. In light of the leaders' obedience in Ezra 6, how can we foster a more obedient heart toward God's commands in our lives? 20. Considering the historical verification of God's actions in this chapter, how does it strengthen your trust in the accuracy and truth of the Bible? Links Ezra 6:10 NIV Ezra 6:10 NLT Ezra 6:10 ESV Ezra 6:10 NASB Ezra 6:10 KJV Ezra 6:10 Commentaries Bible Hub