1. Why do you think God wanted the Israelites to differentiate between clean and unclean animals?

2. How do these dietary restrictions reflect the holiness God desires from His people?

3. How can we, today, set ourselves apart for God in ways that aren't necessarily tied to food restrictions?

4. In what ways do these dietary laws potentially offer physical health benefits?

5. How does the command not to disfigure oneself over the dead relate to the Israelites' unique identity?

6. How can the principles of tithing be applied in modern financial practices?

7. What significance might the permitted and prohibited animals have in their respective cultures and environments?

8. How does setting aside a portion for the Levites, foreigners, orphans, and widows demonstrate God’s heart for community and care?

9. How can believers today ensure they are living in a way that honors God's desire for distinctiveness?

10. In what ways are you reminded of your unique identity and calling in Christ?

11. How do the rules about seafood reflect on the ecosystems of the time?

12. What can we learn from the specific birds that were prohibited?

13. How does Deuteronomy 14 challenge your current lifestyle or practices?

14. How might the prohibition against eating dead animals relate to the principles of health, hygiene, or spirituality?

15. What is the deeper meaning of tithing beyond simply giving a portion of one's produce?

16. How can the concept of being "holy to the Lord" transform a believer's daily life in the present day?

17. How might these ancient guidelines offer insights into sustainable and ethical consumption today?

18. How can we honor God's design for creation in our modern dietary choices?

19. In what ways does the generosity encouraged in these tithing laws inspire you to give and serve in your community?

20. What actions can you take today to reflect the holiness and distinctiveness God desires from His people?