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Exodus 35 · Grade 5

A Freewill Offering

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Exodus 35 begins the record of Israel actually building the tabernacle. Much of chapters 35 to 40 repeats chapters 25 to 31, almost word for word. The repetition shows that Israel did exactly what God commanded. After the golden calf, this obedience is a sign of restored fellowship.

Moses begins with the Sabbath. Even work on God's house must pause for rest. Then he invites a freewill offering from whoever is of a willing heart (35:5). The text repeats words like heart, stirred and willing. The same people who once gave gold for an idol now give gold for the dwelling of the living God.

Everyone participates. Women spin yarn and goats' hair; leaders donate precious stones; skilled workers give their craft. Bezalel and Oholiab are not only gifted to work but also to teach (35:34). Their skill is meant to multiply in others. In the New Testament, Christ gives gifts to prepare his people for serving and building up the body (Ephesians 4:12).

Show What You Know

  1. Why do chapters 35 to 40 repeat so much of chapters 25 to 31?

  2. Why does Moses begin with the Sabbath?

  3. What words are repeated to describe the givers?

  4. What was special about Bezalel and Oholiab besides their skill?

  5. According to Ephesians 4:12, why does Christ give gifts?

Word Bank Fill-In

Use the word bank to fill in each blank.

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  1. The repetition shows that Israel did exactly what commanded.
  2. Then he invites a freewill offering from whoever is of a willing (35:5).
  3. The text repeats words like heart, stirred and .
  4. The same people who once gave gold for an idol now gold for the dwelling of the living God.
  5. Bezalel and Oholiab are not only gifted to work but also to (35:34).

Think About It

  1. How does generous giving show a heart restored to God?

  2. Who has taught you a skill, and who could you teach?

Memory Verse

“They came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought Yahweh’s offering for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all of its service, and for the holy garments.”

Exodus 35:21 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for today's Bible story. Help me to . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • How can your attitude show joy when you give?
  • How can you offer both money and talents to God?
  • How can your family keep a day set apart for God?

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