◄ Exodus 34:17 ►
You shall make no molten gods for yourselves. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 34:17? 2. How can we avoid creating "gods of cast metal" in our modern lives? 3. Why does Exodus 34:17 emphasize the prohibition of idol-making? 4. What are New Testament teachings that align with Exodus 34:17's command? 5. How does idol-making distract us from worshiping the true God today? 6. What practical steps can we take to identify and remove idols in life? 7. Why does Exodus 34:17 specifically prohibit making idols? 8. How does Exodus 34:17 relate to the Ten Commandments? 9. What historical context influenced the command in Exodus 34:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 34? 11. What does God's favor mean? 12. Numbers 20:8-11 - Why does this passage seem inconsistent with Exodus 17:6 regarding the instructions God gives Moses for drawing water from a rock? 13. If Psalm 17:15 suggests seeing God's face, how does that reconcile with passages stating no one can see God and live (Exodus 33:20)? 14. What is the origin of faith? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "molten gods" that people might be tempted to create or worship today? 2. How can we apply the command against idolatry in our personal lives and communities? 3. In what ways does remembering past failures, like the Golden Calf incident, help us grow in our faith? 4. How does the New Testament reinforce the Old Testament teachings against idolatry? 5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that God remains the central focus of our worship and devotion? Exodus 34 Bible Study Questions 1. Reflect on God's description of Himself in verse 5. How does this portrayal influence your understanding of God's nature? 2. Moses is seen interceding for the Israelites in verse 8-9. How does this model of leadership inform our roles in our communities today? 3. Why do you think God chose to renew His covenant with the Israelites despite their disobedience? 4. Explore the commandments given in verses 18-27. How can these ancient rules guide our lives today? 5. What does the radiance of Moses' face symbolize in this passage? How can we achieve such transformation in our own lives? 6. In what ways do the laws presented mirror or differ from societal norms today? 7. How can the events on Mount Sinai teach us about the seriousness of God's covenants? 8. How does this passage challenge our understanding of God's justice? 9. What does God's instruction to Moses about the creation of the second tablets tell us about second chances? 10. How can the Israelites' reaction to Moses' radiant face guide our responses to extraordinary spiritual experiences? 11. Consider God's response to Moses' plea for favor and forgiveness. What does this tell us about God's attitude towards repentance? 12. Moses was asked to present himself alone on the mountaintop. What does this say about our personal relationship with God? 13. Moses followed God's command without question. How can we develop such absolute faith and obedience in our lives? 14. How does God's mercy and grace manifest in this chapter, and how does that impact our understanding of His character? 15. How does the notion of God as a "jealous God" align with the loving and compassionate nature presented in the same passage? 16. What are the consequences of making a treaty with the inhabitants of the land as described in this passage? How can we apply this to our modern context? 17. How does this passage instruct us on worship, and how might we apply these principles today? 18. In what ways can we identify with the Israelites' fear of Moses' radiant face? How should we react when faced with God's glory? 19. What can we learn from Moses' 40-day encounter with God, especially in the context of our spiritual disciplines? 20. Considering Moses' use of a veil, how should we manage the spiritual revelations we receive in our interactions with others? Links Exodus 34:17 NIV Exodus 34:17 NLT Exodus 34:17 ESV Exodus 34:17 NASB Exodus 34:17 KJV Exodus 34:17 Commentaries Bible Hub