◄ Exodus 23:24 ►
You must not bow down to their gods or serve them or follow their practices. Instead, you are to demolish them and smash their sacred stones to pieces. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 23:24? 2. How can we "demolish their sacred stones" in our modern-day context? 3. What does Exodus 23:24 teach about avoiding cultural influences contrary to God's commands? 4. How does Exodus 23:24 relate to the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 5. In what ways can we "break down their pillars" in our spiritual lives? 6. How can we ensure our worship aligns with God's instructions in Exodus 23:24? 7. What does Exodus 23:24 reveal about God's view on idolatry and other religions? 8. How does Exodus 23:24 challenge the practice of religious tolerance? 9. Why does Exodus 23:24 emphasize destroying pagan altars and idols? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 23? 11. What are Firstfruits to God? 12. Why didn't Israelites eat their livestock in the wilderness? 13. What defines unbiblical worship practices? 14. Joshua 24:14-15 - How does this pledge to exclusively serve the Lord reconcile with the later biblical narratives showing continued idolatry in Israel? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "gods" or idols that can distract us from our devotion to God, and how can we "demolish" them in our lives? 2. How does the command to not follow the practices of the Canaanites apply to the cultural influences we face today? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our worship remains exclusive to God, both individually and as a church community? 4. How does the concept of spiritual warfare in this passage relate to Paul's teachings in Ephesians 6:10-18 about the armor of God? 5. Reflect on a time when obedience to God's commands led to a positive outcome in your life. How can this encourage you to remain faithful in challenging situations? 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 23:24 NIV Exodus 23:24 NLT Exodus 23:24 ESV Exodus 23:24 NASB Exodus 23:24 KJV Exodus 23:24 Commentaries Bible Hub