◄ Exodus 35:30 ►
Then Moses said to the Israelites, "See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 35:30? 2. How does Exodus 35:30 highlight God's role in appointing leaders for tasks? 3. What qualities did God see in Bezalel to choose him for this work? 4. How can we discern God's calling in our own lives today? 5. Connect Exodus 35:30 with other instances of God appointing leaders in Scripture. 6. How can we support those God has appointed for specific tasks in the church? 7. How does Exodus 35:30 demonstrate God's choice of leaders for specific tasks? 8. Why did God specifically choose Bezalel in Exodus 35:30? 9. What skills did Bezalel possess according to Exodus 35:30? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35? 11. (Exodus 35) How did recently freed slaves, presumably untrained, develop the advanced craftsmanship needed for building such elaborate sanctuary items? 12. Who was Hur in the Bible? 13. Exodus 37:17–24: Could a single gold talent realistically be fashioned into a single lampstand with six branches and intricate decorations as described? 14. (Exodus 35) Is there any concrete historical or archeological evidence to verify that such a grand construction project occurred in the Sinai wilderness? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding Bezalel's divine calling challenge you to seek God's purpose for your life? 2. In what ways can you identify the spiritual gifts God has given you, and how can you use them to serve others? 3. Reflect on your spiritual heritage. How does knowing your identity in Christ influence your daily walk with God? 4. Consider a time when you felt empowered by the Holy Spirit to accomplish a task. How did that experience strengthen your faith? 5. How can you encourage and support others in your community to use their God-given talents for the glory of God? Exodus 35 Bible Study Questions 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? Links Exodus 35:30 NIV Exodus 35:30 NLT Exodus 35:30 ESV Exodus 35:30 NASB Exodus 35:30 KJV Exodus 35:30 Commentaries Bible Hub