◄ Exodus 23:5 ►
If you see the donkey of one who hates you fallen under its load, do not leave it there; you must help him with it. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 23:5? 2. How can we apply "help him with it" in our daily interactions? 3. What does Exodus 23:5 teach about assisting those we may dislike? 4. How does this verse connect to Jesus' teaching on loving enemies? 5. Why is it important to help even when inconvenient, according to Exodus 23:5? 6. How can we cultivate a heart willing to help others, as instructed here? 7. How does Exodus 23:5 challenge our responsibility towards others, even enemies? 8. What does Exodus 23:5 reveal about God's expectations for justice and mercy? 9. How does Exodus 23:5 align with the broader theme of compassion in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 23? 11. Should you love your neighbor and hate your enemy? 12. What does the Bible say about animal rights? 13. What is the Bible's stance on animal testing? 14. Numbers 31 compared to earlier laws in Exodus and Leviticus: Why does this narrative's approach to warfare seem inconsistent with other divine commandments? Discussion Questions 1. How does the command in Exodus 23:5 challenge our natural inclinations towards those who oppose us? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of helping our "enemy's donkey" in modern-day situations? 3. How does this verse connect with Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount about loving our enemies? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are ready to help others, even those we may not get along with? 5. How does bearing one another's burdens, as mentioned in Galatians 6:2, relate to the command in Exodus 23:5? 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 23:5 NIV Exodus 23:5 NLT Exodus 23:5 ESV Exodus 23:5 NASB Exodus 23:5 KJV Exodus 23:5 Commentaries Bible Hub