◄ Deuteronomy 23:18 ►
You must not bring the wages of a prostitute, whether female or male, into the house of the LORD your God to fulfill any vow, because both are detestable to the LORD your God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 23:18? 2. How does Deuteronomy 23:18 guide us in maintaining purity in worship practices? 3. Why does God forbid "wages of a prostitute" in Deuteronomy 23:18? 4. What other scriptures emphasize purity and holiness in offerings to God? 5. How can we apply Deuteronomy 23:18 to our financial stewardship today? 6. In what ways does Deuteronomy 23:18 reflect God's call to moral integrity? 7. Why does Deuteronomy 23:18 prohibit earnings from prostitution in religious offerings? 8. How does Deuteronomy 23:18 reflect the cultural context of ancient Israel? 9. What theological implications arise from the command in Deuteronomy 23:18? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 23? 11. How do we reconcile the command in Exodus 23:9 to treat foreigners kindly with other Old Testament passages that demand harsh treatment of certain groups? 12. How credible is the depiction of widespread child sacrifice in Ezekiel 16:20-21, given limited archaeological evidence for such practices in Jerusalem? 13. How can the total extermination of Ai's inhabitants (Joshua 8:24-25) be reconciled with a just and loving God? 14. Numbers 31:7-18: How can the command to kill non-virgin women and boys be reconciled with claims of a compassionate God? Discussion Questions 1. How does the command in Deuteronomy 23:18 reflect God's character and His expectations for His people? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our offerings to God are pure and come from righteous means? 3. How can we apply the principle of rejecting cultural compromise in our modern context? 4. What steps can we take to maintain sexual purity in a society that often promotes the opposite? 5. How do the teachings in Deuteronomy 23:18 connect with the New Testament's call to holiness and purity in worship? Deuteronomy 23 Bible Study Questions 1. Why does God emphasize purity within the camp? 2. How do the rules about charging interest reflect God's heart towards community living? 3. In what ways can we apply the principle of not returning an escaped slave to contemporary refugee situations? 4. What might be the modern equivalents of practices that should not be brought into God's house? 5. How does this chapter reflect the balance between justice, mercy, and holiness? 6. Why might God allow eating from a neighbor's vineyard or field but put restrictions on the quantity and method? 7. How does the topic of vows resonate with our commitment to God and others today? 8. In today's world, how can we maintain a spiritual "cleanliness in the camp"? 9. What are some modern-day examples of "interest" that we might be tempted to charge our brothers and sisters? 10. How do the prohibitions on certain individuals entering the assembly align with or differ from contemporary church practices? 11. What is the significance of the third generation for Edomites and Egyptians? 12. How can we be vigilant against practices that compromise our community's moral integrity? 13. How does the principle of protecting vulnerable individuals translate into today's context? 14. In what ways can we ensure we're fulfilling our "vows" in the 21st century? 15. How can we actively foster an environment of social responsibility in our communities? 16. How do the exclusions from the assembly challenge or shape your understanding of God’s nature? 17. How can you create a "designated place" in your life for personal reflection and repentance? 18. What modern actions or practices might be considered "earnings from immoral activities"? 19. Why is it important to promptly fulfill vows, and how does that play a role in your personal commitments? 20. Reflect on a time when you felt like an "escaped slave" and how the principles from this chapter might have applied. Links Deuteronomy 23:18 NIV Deuteronomy 23:18 NLT Deuteronomy 23:18 ESV Deuteronomy 23:18 NASB Deuteronomy 23:18 KJV Deuteronomy 23:18 Commentaries Bible Hub