◄ Ezra 7:20 ►
And if anything else is needed for the house of your God that you may have occasion to supply, you may pay for it from the royal treasury. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 7:20? 2. How does Ezra 7:20 emphasize God's provision for temple needs? 3. What role does the king's treasury play in Ezra 7:20? 4. How can we trust God's provision like in Ezra 7:20 today? 5. What other scriptures highlight God's provision for His people? 6. How can church leaders ensure resources align with God's purposes, as in Ezra 7:20? 7. How does Ezra 7:20 reflect God's provision for His people? 8. What historical context surrounds the decree in Ezra 7:20? 9. How does Ezra 7:20 demonstrate the authority given to Ezra? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 7? 11. What is the purpose of the Temple of God? 12. How can Jeremiah 20:7 be reconciled with James 1:13, which states that God never tempts or deceives anyone? 13. If the original temple vessels in Ezra 1:7 had been melted down by the Babylonians, how could these exact items be returned intact? 14. Did God order genocide? (Exodus 20:13 vs. Deuteronomy 7:2) Discussion Questions 1. How does the support from King Artaxerxes for the temple's needs demonstrate God's sovereignty and provision in your life today? 2. In what ways can you prioritize worship in your daily life, considering the central role of the temple in Jewish worship? 3. How can you be a faithful leader like Ezra in your community or family, guiding others towards God's truth? 4. Reflect on a time when God provided for you through an unexpected source. How did that experience strengthen your faith? 5. Considering the use of the royal treasury for the temple, how can you be a better steward of the resources God has given you for His kingdom work? Ezra 7 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Ezra's lineage establish his credibility as a leader? 2. What can we learn from King Artaxerxes' actions and how he treated Ezra? 3. In what ways does the king's decree reflect God’s sovereignty? 4. How does Ezra’s dedication to studying, observing, and teaching the law inspire your personal spiritual walk? 5. How do you see God's favor playing a role in Ezra's life, and how have you experienced God's favor in your own life? 6. How did Ezra respond to the decree of King Artaxerxes, and what can we learn from his reaction? 7. How can we apply the principles of obedience to God’s laws in our lives today? 8. How does Ezra 7 portray the importance of godly leadership? 9. In the modern world, what might "rebuilding the temple" symbolize in our personal lives? 10. How does Ezra model humility in his actions, and how can we follow his example? 11. How does Ezra 7 inspire you to use your skills and knowledge for God’s service? 12. How would you handle a situation where you are called to a leadership position like Ezra? 13. In today's context, how can we interpret the king's command to give generously to the house of God? 14. What role does prayer and thanksgiving play in Ezra's journey, and how does it apply to your life circumstances? 15. How does Ezra 7 emphasize the need for righteous judgment in society? 16. How would you respond if you were given the responsibility of enforcing God's laws like Ezra? 17. How does the theme of restoration and renewal in Ezra 7 apply to the church today? 18. In the light of Ezra 7, how can we view secular authorities and their potential roles in God's plan? 19. What does the role of Ezra tell us about God’s use of individuals for His grand purposes? 20. What steps can you take to prepare yourself, like Ezra did, if God calls you to a challenging task? Links Ezra 7:20 NIV Ezra 7:20 NLT Ezra 7:20 ESV Ezra 7:20 NASB Ezra 7:20 KJV Ezra 7:20 Commentaries Bible Hub