◄ Genesis 38:7 ►
But Er, Judah's firstborn, was wicked in the sight of the LORD; so the LORD put him to death. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 38:7? 2. What does Genesis 38:7 teach about God's view on wickedness and sin? 3. How can we identify and avoid behaviors that led to Er's fate? 4. Compare Genesis 38:7 with Romans 6:23 regarding consequences of sin. 5. How does Er's story encourage personal accountability in our spiritual walk? 6. What steps can we take to align our actions with God's expectations today? 7. Why did God put Er to death in Genesis 38:7? 8. What does Genesis 38:7 reveal about God's justice? 9. How does Genesis 38:7 fit into the broader narrative of Genesis? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 38? 11. In Genesis 38 overall, how does this morally complex story align with the broader biblical narrative on sexual ethics and lineage preservation? 12. How do skeptics reconcile "the LORD put him to death" (1 Chronicles 10:14) with the naturalistic account of Saul's death in 1 Samuel? 13. In Genesis 38:1–11, why would God punish Onan’s refusal to father children for Tamar so severely, yet no comparable punishment is shown for Judah’s neglect of her? 14. Who are the sons of God in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. What does Er's death teach us about the nature of sin and its consequences? 2. How can we apply the principle of God's righteous judgment in our daily lives? 3. In what ways can we pursue holiness and avoid the pitfalls of wickedness as seen in Er's life? 4. How does the account of Er relate to the broader account of God's justice throughout the Bible? 5. What steps can we take to hold ourselves and others accountable in our spiritual journey, in light of Er's example? Genesis 38 Bible Study Questions 1. Why did Onan refuse to fulfill his responsibility towards Tamar? How does this reflect on the concept of familial obligations? 2. What social norms and practices does this chapter highlight about the time period it was written in? 3. How does Tamar's deceptive plan reflect on the societal roles and expectations of women during that time? 4. How does Judah's reaction to Tamar's pregnancy reveal about his character and leadership? 5. How did Judah's recognition of his personal items transform the storyline? What does this say about the power of truth? 6. Discuss the birth of Perez and Zerah. What is its significance in the larger biblical narrative? 7. Compare Tamar's strength and resilience to that of women in your life. How would you handle such adversity? 8. What are the modern-day applications of the concept of levirate marriage? 9. How can we apply the lesson of accountability as seen in Judah's confession in our lives? 10. How does this chapter address societal biases and prejudices? 11. Can Tamar's actions be justified given the circumstances? 12. How does this chapter make you rethink moral dilemmas and the concept of right and wrong? 13. How does the relationship between Judah and Tamar evolve over the course of this chapter? 14. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of family dynamics and relationships? 15. What aspects of personal identity are portrayed through Judah's seal, cord, and staff? 16. How does the notion of justice play out in this chapter? 17. How can we understand God's role in the events of this chapter? 18. How can we use Judah and Tamar's story to navigate difficult decisions in our lives? 19. How does the story of Tamar inspire you in times of adversity? 20. What lessons about personal and social responsibility can we learn from this chapter and how can they be applied in contemporary society? Links Genesis 38:7 NIV Genesis 38:7 NLT Genesis 38:7 ESV Genesis 38:7 NASB Genesis 38:7 KJV Genesis 38:7 Commentaries Bible Hub