◄ Exodus 35:22 ►
So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 35:22? 2. How does Exodus 35:22 demonstrate the importance of willing hearts in giving? 3. What can we learn about generosity from "men and women alike" in Exodus 35:22? 4. How does Exodus 35:22 connect to New Testament teachings on cheerful giving? 5. In what ways can we apply the spirit of giving in Exodus 35:22 today? 6. How does the phrase "brought a freewill offering" inspire our approach to tithing? 7. How does Exodus 35:22 reflect the importance of voluntary offerings in worship? 8. What does Exodus 35:22 reveal about gender roles in ancient Israelite society? 9. How does the communal spirit in Exodus 35:22 challenge modern individualism? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35? 11. What does the Bible say about body piercings? 12. How does free will justify the existence of evil? 13. Proverbs 15:8: Why does a just and loving God reject certain sacrifices yet accept others if He's truly impartial? 14. How can readers harmonize the severe judgment in Ezekiel 22:31 with passages in other books that emphasize God's mercy and willingness to forgive? Discussion Questions 1. What does the willingness of the Israelites to give their gold jewelry teach us about the nature of true giving? 2. How can we apply the principle of sacrificial giving in our own lives today? 3. In what ways does the community aspect of giving in Exodus 35:22 inspire us to participate in our local church or community projects? 4. How does the concept of giving from the heart, as seen in this passage, relate to Jesus' teaching on giving in the New Testament? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt called to give or serve. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience? Exodus 35 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the community's response to God's call for contributions reflect their faith and commitment? 2. How does the concept of Sabbath presented in this passage relate to our modern understanding of work-life balance? 3. In what ways can our personal talents be used for a higher purpose or service, as depicted by the craftsmen in the passage? 4. What role does the Tabernacle play in the spiritual life of the Israelites? 5. How do the detailed instructions for the Tabernacle's construction reflect God's interest in order and beauty? 6. What does the freewill offering teach us about voluntary service and generosity? 7. How does the Spirit of God empower Bezalel and Oholiab in their craftsmanship? 8. In a modern context, how can we make our workplaces or homes resemble a Tabernacle, i.e., places where God's presence is felt? 9. What kind of attitude should we have when contributing to a religious or spiritual cause, based on this passage? 10. How do the offerings given by the people demonstrate the value of sacrifice in faith? 11. How do you interpret the phrase "everyone whose heart stirred him" in the context of our personal callings? 12. What lessons can we learn from the participation of both men and women in this sacred project? 13. How does the communal effort in building the Tabernacle illustrate the concept of unity in faith? 14. What do the assigned roles and responsibilities in constructing the Tabernacle tell us about the importance of everyone's contribution in a community? 15. How do you think Bezalel and Oholiab felt about their roles, and how would you feel if you were in their shoes? 16. What modern-day situations require the same level of detailed planning and community involvement as the construction of the Tabernacle? 17. How does the passage relate to the saying "Many hands make light work"? 18. In your life, when have you seen an example of everyone’s unique skills and contributions coming together for a greater purpose, similar to the construction of the Tabernacle? 19. How can we ensure that our gifts and contributions are not used for self-glory but for glorifying God, as exemplified in the passage? 20. How can we apply the principles of obedience, generosity, and community involvement in this passage to solve problems in our present-day societies? Links Exodus 35:22 NIV Exodus 35:22 NLT Exodus 35:22 ESV Exodus 35:22 NASB Exodus 35:22 KJV Exodus 35:22 Commentaries Bible Hub