◄ Deuteronomy 10:2 ►
And I will write on the tablets the words that were on the first tablets, which you broke; and you are to place them in the ark." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 10:2? 2. How does Deuteronomy 10:2 emphasize the importance of God's commandments in our lives? 3. What does "put them in the ark" signify about God's word's preservation? 4. How can we ensure God's commandments are central in our daily decision-making? 5. How does Deuteronomy 10:2 connect with Jesus' teachings on the law's fulfillment? 6. In what ways can we actively "make" God's word foundational in our homes? 7. What is the significance of God rewriting the Ten Commandments in Deuteronomy 10:2? 8. How does Deuteronomy 10:2 emphasize the importance of divine law in Christianity? 9. Why were the original tablets broken, and what does this symbolize in Deuteronomy 10:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 10? 11. Why does God kill Uzzah instantly for touching the Ark to prevent it from falling (2 Samuel 6:7)? 12. 2 Chronicles 5:10 – Why does this verse say only the tablets were in the Ark when Hebrews 9:4 mentions additional items, creating a seeming contradiction? 13. How do we reconcile Deuteronomy 10:1–2’s account of carving new tablets with the lack of any archaeological evidence for either set of tablets? 14. How can we reconcile Exodus 20:1-17, declaring divine authorship of the Ten Commandments, with the lack of archaeological or historical evidence supporting a miraculous event on Mount Sinai? Discussion Questions 1. What does the act of God rewriting the commandments on new tablets teach us about His character and His relationship with His people? 2. How does the placement of the tablets in the Ark of the Covenant relate to the concept of God's presence among His people? 3. In what ways can we see the principles of God's law written on our hearts today, as prophesied in Jeremiah 31? 4. How does the account of the broken and renewed tablets encourage us in our own experiences of failure and restoration? 5. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate reverence and obedience to God's Word in our daily lives, similar to the Israelites' reverence for the tablets? Deuteronomy 10 Bible Study Questions 1. Why did God choose to renew the covenant despite Israel's disobedience? 2. What does the act of crafting the second set of tablets signify in the larger narrative? 3. How does the selection of the Levites for priestly duties highlight God's redemption? 4. What is the significance of the call to "circumcise your hearts"? 5. Why is the reminder of Israel’s past as slaves in Egypt important in this chapter? 6. How do the demands of God in verses 12-22 challenge conventional notions of obedience? 7. In what ways is the essence of God's commandments beyond mere ritual? 8. How can we apply the lessons of humility and service in our modern lives? 9. How does loving and serving God wholeheartedly manifest in today's society? 10. In what ways can you "circumcise" your heart in your current life circumstances? 11. How does the call to "love the foreigner" speak into today’s context of global migration and refugee crises? 12. What does it mean to fear God, and how does this intertwine with loving Him? 13. How can we continuously remind ourselves of God's elective love in our lives? 14. How does the story of Moses' intercession challenge our own prayer lives? 15. What elements in this chapter show God's balance of justice and mercy? 16. How do our personal failings and "broken tablets" become opportunities for renewal? 17. Why is remembering our personal histories and past struggles vital in our relationship with God? 18. How can we foster an environment of obedience based on love rather than fear or compulsion? 19. How does the essence of this chapter relate to the New Testament teachings on grace and relationship with God? 20. Drawing from this chapter, how can we develop a holistic approach to faith that marries both our beliefs and our actions? Links Deuteronomy 10:2 NIV Deuteronomy 10:2 NLT Deuteronomy 10:2 ESV Deuteronomy 10:2 NASB Deuteronomy 10:2 KJV Deuteronomy 10:2 Commentaries Bible Hub