◄ Haggai 2:13 ►
So Haggai asked, "If one who is defiled by contact with a corpse touches any of these, does it become defiled?" "Yes, it becomes defiled," the priests answered. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Haggai 2:13? 2. How does Haggai 2:13 illustrate the impact of sin on holiness? 3. What does Haggai 2:13 teach about the transferability of uncleanness? 4. How can we apply Haggai 2:13 to our daily spiritual walk? 5. What New Testament passages echo Haggai 2:13's message on purity? 6. How does understanding Haggai 2:13 influence our approach to personal holiness? 7. What does Haggai 2:13 reveal about the nature of holiness and impurity? 8. How does Haggai 2:13 challenge our understanding of ritual purity in the Old Testament? 9. Why does contact with impurity in Haggai 2:13 not transfer holiness? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Haggai 2? 11. Who was Joshua the High Priest in biblical history? 12. What is the main message of the Book of Haggai? 13. Haggai 2:19 promises a sudden blessing--why don't contemporary records show any remarkable change in Judah's fortunes? 14. In Haggai 2:1, the precise date is given--do external historical or archaeological sources verify these events or this timeline? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of holiness in Haggai 2:13 challenge our understanding of what it means to be "set apart" for God in today's world? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our religious practices are not just external rituals but reflect a true heart change? 3. How can we guard against the spread of spiritual defilement in our personal lives and within our church communities? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to encourage one another in maintaining holiness and obedience to God's Word? 5. How do the teachings in Haggai 2:13 connect with Jesus' teachings on purity and holiness in the New Testament? Haggai 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the message of Haggai 2 relate to the concept of patience and trust in God's timing? 2. Compare and contrast the glory of the former temple with the future glory promised by God. What does this say about God’s ability to bring restoration? 3. How does God use the example of the law of defilement to make a point about the people’s offerings? 4. How does the theme of obedience emerge in this chapter? How is it connected to God's blessings? 5. How can we apply the principle of obedience in our lives today? 6. How can the promise of a greater glory encourage believers facing disappointment or discouragement today? 7. In what ways does Haggai 2 reveal God's sovereignty over earthly kingdoms and rulers? 8. What does God’s selection of Zerubbabel as His “signet ring” signify? How might this apply to us as believers today? 9. How does this chapter illustrate the theme of purification and its importance in our spiritual journey? 10. How does Haggai 2 relate to God’s unfailing promises and the concept of divine assurance? 11. How can we apply the lesson from God's message about defilement and holiness in our personal lives? 12. In the context of your own life, how does the promise of God's blessings resonate when you commit to a task He has called you to? 13. Discuss how the Israelites’ experience with the rebuilding of the temple parallels challenges in modern-day projects or missions. 14. How can you embody the characteristics of Zerubbabel in your leadership roles today? 15. What are some practical ways that we can ensure our 'offerings' to God are not 'defiled' in the modern world? 16. How does the message of Haggai 2 encourage us during times of societal unrest or change? 17. Reflect on a situation where you experienced disappointment similar to the Israelites. How did God work through that situation? 18. How does Haggai 2 shape our understanding of God’s ultimate plan for His people and His kingdom? 19. In what ways can we, as modern-day believers, contribute to the 'building' of God's spiritual 'temple'? 20. How can we continually find hope in God's promise of future glory amidst our current challenges? Links Haggai 2:13 NIV Haggai 2:13 NLT Haggai 2:13 ESV Haggai 2:13 NASB Haggai 2:13 KJV Haggai 2:13 Commentaries Bible Hub