◄ Haggai 1:6 ►
You have planted much but harvested little. You eat but never have enough. You drink but never have your fill. You put on clothes but never get warm. You earn wages to put into a bag pierced through." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Haggai 1:6? 2. How does Haggai 1:6 illustrate the consequences of misplaced priorities in life? 3. What does "you eat, but never have enough" reveal about spiritual satisfaction? 4. How can Haggai 1:6 guide us in prioritizing God's work today? 5. Connect Haggai 1:6 with Matthew 6:33 on seeking God's kingdom first. 6. How can we avoid the futility described in Haggai 1:6 in our lives? 7. What does Haggai 1:6 reveal about the consequences of misplaced priorities in life? 8. How does Haggai 1:6 challenge our understanding of material wealth and spiritual fulfillment? 9. In what ways does Haggai 1:6 reflect the historical context of post-exilic Judah? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Haggai 1? 11. Why prioritize homes over rebuilding the temple? 12. Why does the command to rebuild the Temple (Haggai 1:4) seem urgent here, while other biblical passages suggest a more prolonged period of delay and opposition? 13. Haggai 2:19 promises a sudden blessing—why don’t contemporary records show any remarkable change in Judah’s fortunes? 14. What is the main message of the Book of Haggai? Discussion Questions 1. How does the experience of the Israelites in Haggai 1:6 reflect the consequences of misplaced priorities in our own lives? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we are prioritizing God's kingdom in our daily activities and decisions? 3. How do the themes of scarcity and fulfillment in Haggai 1:6 connect with Jesus' teachings in the New Testament? 4. What practical steps can we take to avoid the "bag with holes" syndrome in our financial and spiritual lives? 5. How can we apply the lessons from Haggai 1:6 to encourage others in our community to focus on God's work? Haggai 1 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the people's initial hesitance to rebuild the Temple represent in today's context? 2. How does God's challenge in verses 3-6 relate to the modern concept of prosperity and material success? 3. How can we apply God's call to "consider your ways" in our daily lives? 4. Can we identify areas in our lives where we are prioritizing personal comfort over spiritual duties? 5. How does God use natural circumstances (like the drought) to communicate His message? 6. How do Zerubbabel, Joshua, and the remnant of the people respond to God's message? What can we learn from their response? 7. How does God's assurance of His presence ("I am with you") influence the people's actions? How can it influence ours? 8. What does the reconstruction of the Temple signify spiritually? 9. In what ways does society neglect spiritual responsibilities in favor of material ones? 10. How can we stir up the spirit of obedience in our communities, similar to Zerubbabel, Joshua, and the remnant of the people? 11. How does the book of Haggai encourage you to prioritize spiritual commitments over worldly pursuits? 12. What practical steps can you take to place God at the center of your life? 13. Reflect on a situation where neglecting spiritual responsibilities led to hardship. How can this situation be handled differently in light of Haggai 1? 14. How can the concept of considering our ways help us in making ethical decisions in the modern world? 15. How can we ensure that we are not ignoring God’s call in our lives amidst the busyness of life? 16. How can the teachings in Haggai 1 help in building and maintaining a Christian community? 17. How does the assurance "I am with you" help in times of trials and tribulations? 18. What do the actions of Zerubbabel and Joshua teach us about leadership in spiritual matters? 19. How can we actively respond to God's word in our daily lives like the remnant of the people of Israel? 20. What does Haggai 1 teach us about the relationship between obedience to God and His blessings? Links Haggai 1:6 NIV Haggai 1:6 NLT Haggai 1:6 ESV Haggai 1:6 NASB Haggai 1:6 KJV Haggai 1:6 Commentaries Bible Hub