◄ Exodus 22:29 ►
You must not hold back offerings from your granaries or vats. You are to give Me the firstborn of your sons. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 22:29? 2. How can we honor God with our "firstfruits" in today's context? 3. What does Exodus 22:29 teach about prioritizing God in our resources? 4. How does Exodus 22:29 connect with Proverbs 3:9 about honoring God? 5. Why is giving "firstfruits" significant in demonstrating faith and trust in God? 6. How can we apply the principle of "firstfruits" in our daily lives? 7. What does Exodus 22:29 mean by "You must not hold back offerings from your granaries or vats"? 8. How does Exodus 22:29 relate to the concept of firstfruits in the Bible? 9. Why is the command in Exodus 22:29 significant for understanding Old Testament sacrificial practices? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 22? 11. Why did God kill Egypt's firstborn children? 12. Exodus 22:29-30: Is there archaeological or historical evidence that supports the command to dedicate the firstborn, and does it conflict with other biblical instructions? 13. Exodus 12:29 - How can a just and loving God sanction the killing of innocent firstborn children? 14. What does 'Jesus took our place' mean? Discussion Questions 1. How does the command to give the firstborn and firstfruits reflect God's character and His relationship with Israel? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of firstfruits in our modern context, beyond agricultural produce? 3. How does the concept of offering the firstborn relate to the New Testament understanding of Jesus as the "firstborn" over all creation? 4. What are some practical ways we can ensure that we are not "holding back" in our offerings to God today? 5. How do the principles in Exodus 22:29 challenge our current understanding of stewardship and generosity? Exodus 22 Bible Study Questions 1. How do the laws on theft and restitution reflect God's value of justice? 2. What do the laws regarding property damage reveal about personal responsibility? 3. How do the laws concerning the protection of virgins reflect God's concern for the dignity and worth of individuals? 4. In what ways do the laws against sorcery, bestiality, and idolatry demonstrate God's demand for purity? 5. How do the laws about protecting foreigners, widows, and orphans challenge societal norms of the time? 6. What principles of fairness and compassion can we glean from the laws on lending and borrowing? 7. How can the law regarding not charging interest to a poor person inform our economic practices today? 8. Why does God demand respect for leaders and prohibition of blasphemy? 9. How do the laws about offering the firstborn sons, cattle, and sheep emphasize the importance of sacrifice and dedication to God? 10. What does the law against eating the meat of a mauled animal signify about God's expectations for his holy people? 11. How might the law on handling an animal borrowed from a neighbor inform our responsibilities in modern-day situations of borrowing or lending? 12. How can the laws concerning stolen goods found in the possession of a thief apply to current laws and regulations? 13. How might the laws protecting the rights of a virgin woman speak to our contemporary understanding of consent and respect in relationships? 14. What do the laws about restitution teach us about repairing harm in our own communities today? 15. How do the provisions for widows and orphans reflect God's care for the vulnerable, and how can we apply this principle in our society? 16. How can the laws regarding lending without interest to the poor shape our understanding of economic justice today? 17. How do the laws concerning the treatment of foreign residents challenge our attitudes toward immigrants and refugees today? 18. Why is there such a severe penalty for idolatry and how does this relate to our worship practices today? 19. How does the command not to blaspheme God or curse the ruler of your people influence our speech and attitudes towards authorities today? 20. How does the prohibition of eating the meat of a mauled animal relate to issues of food ethics and health in contemporary society? Links Exodus 22:29 NIV Exodus 22:29 NLT Exodus 22:29 ESV Exodus 22:29 NASB Exodus 22:29 KJV Exodus 22:29 Commentaries Bible Hub