◄ Exodus 23:16 ►
You are also to keep the Feast of Harvest with the firstfruits of the produce from what you sow in the field. And keep the Feast of Ingathering at the end of the year, when you gather your produce from the field. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 23:16? 2. How does Exodus 23:16 emphasize gratitude during the "Feast of Harvest"? 3. What is the significance of the "firstfruits" in Exodus 23:16 for believers today? 4. How can we apply the "Feast of Ingathering" to our spiritual lives? 5. What connections exist between Exodus 23:16 and New Testament teachings on thanksgiving? 6. How can celebrating God's provision deepen our faith, as seen in Exodus 23:16? 7. What is the significance of the Feast of Harvest in Exodus 23:16 for Christians today? 8. How does Exodus 23:16 relate to the concept of thanksgiving in Christian theology? 9. Why are agricultural festivals important in the context of Exodus 23:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 23? 11. What does spiritual harvest mean? 12. What are the Appointed Times (Moedim) in Judaism? 13. What are the Holy Days of Obligation? 14. What does the Bible say about celebrating events? Discussion Questions 1. How can we apply the principle of offering our "firstfruits" to God in our daily lives, beyond agricultural contexts? 2. In what ways can we foster a sense of community and shared worship in our local church, similar to the communal aspects of the feasts? 3. How does the concept of spiritual harvest challenge us to evaluate our personal growth and contributions to God's kingdom? 4. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate our dependence on God in a society that values self-sufficiency? 5. How can we cultivate a spirit of joyful obedience in our walk with God, especially in areas where we struggle to follow His commands? Exodus 23 Bible Study Questions 1. What are the dangers of spreading false reports as highlighted in this passage? 2. How can we apply the principle of not siding with the crowd when they are wrong in today's society? 3. What does the command to help an enemy's overburdened animal teach us about compassion and empathy? 4. How can we ensure justice for the poor in our communities today? 5. In what ways does the command not to accept a bribe speak to integrity in leadership? 6. How can we implement the practice of Sabbath rest in our lives today? 7. How might the command to let the land rest and lie fallow apply to modern concepts of sustainable farming and caring for the environment? 8. What does the passage say about our attitude towards foreigners and how can this inform current discussions on immigration? 9. How can we observe God's feasts in a way that honors Him today? 10. What does the command not to cook a young goat in its mother’s milk teach us about respect for life and creation? 11. How does God's promise to send an angel reflect His care for His people? 12. What lessons can we learn from the gradual conquest of Canaan instead of instant victory? 13. How might the principle of progressive conquest apply to our personal goals and spiritual growth? 14. What does this chapter teach us about the dangers of idolatry? 15. In what ways are we tempted to make covenants with "foreign gods" in our lives today? 16. How can we ensure that we do not serve 'foreign gods' in our lives today? 17. How can we apply the principle of "not oppressing a foreign resident" in our communities and nations today? 18. How does the promise of God removing sickness resonate with us in the present day? 19. How does this chapter instruct us on our treatment of the poor and the marginalized in society? 20. What lessons can we learn from God's specific commands about sacrifices and feasts, and how can we apply those lessons to our worship today? Links Exodus 23:16 NIV Exodus 23:16 NLT Exodus 23:16 ESV Exodus 23:16 NASB Exodus 23:16 KJV Exodus 23:16 Commentaries Bible Hub