1. What is the meaning of Exodus 1:11?

2. How does Exodus 1:11 illustrate the Israelites' oppression under Egyptian rule?

3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Israel's suffering in Exodus 1:11?

4. How does Exodus 1:11 connect to God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 15:13?

5. In what ways can we trust God during our own times of hardship?

6. How can Exodus 1:11 inspire us to support those facing oppression today?

7. Why did the Egyptians oppress the Israelites with forced labor in Exodus 1:11?

8. How does Exodus 1:11 reflect God's plan for the Israelites' future?

9. What historical evidence supports the existence of the store cities Pithom and Rameses?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 1?

11. Why do archaeological findings contradict the biblical Exodus story?

12. How does Psalm 129:1–2 align with historical records of Israel’s early afflictions, and is there evidence outside the Bible to confirm such repeated oppression?

13. Exodus 6:6: How can we reconcile the lack of archaeological evidence for a large-scale exodus with the biblical narrative?

14. Why does Exodus depict the Israelites as slaves in Egypt when no Egyptian records mention this?1. How does the oppression of the Israelites in Egypt reflect the spiritual bondage that people experience today?

2. In what ways can we trust in God's sovereignty when facing trials and oppression in our own lives?

3. How does the account of the Israelites' forced labor inform our understanding of justice and the treatment of marginalized communities?

4. What lessons can we learn from the Israelites' experience about the importance of leadership and its impact on people's lives?

5. How can we apply the concept of building for God's glory in our daily work and activities, contrasting it with building for earthly powers?1. What parallels can be drawn between the oppression of the Israelites and modern instances of oppression and discrimination?

2. How does the perseverance of the Israelites inspire you in your personal struggles?

3. Discuss the moral dilemma faced by the midwives. What similar situations can occur today, and how should they be handled?

4. How do you see the theme of divine intervention playing out in this chapter?

5. How does the rapid growth of the Israelites despite their circumstances speak to the power of faith?

6. What lessons can be drawn from the actions of the new Pharaoh? How does fear influence decisions?

7. How does this chapter address the issue of power dynamics? How are those dynamics seen in today's world?

8. How can you apply the midwives' fear of God in your life when facing difficult decisions?

9. What does this chapter teach about the consequences of disobedience to earthly authorities for the sake of obeying God?

10. Discuss the role of women in this chapter. How does their contribution affect the narrative?

11. How would you respond to a directive that you know is morally wrong?

12. How did God honor the bravery of the midwives, and what does this say about divine justice?

13. In what ways does the growth of the Israelites despite their oppression symbolize hope?

14. How does the Pharaoh’s command to kill the Hebrew boys reflect his fear and insecurity?

15. What does the chapter suggest about the relationship between hardship and faith?

16. How does the courage of the midwives inspire you to stand for what is right, even against powerful authority?

17. Discuss how faith influenced the actions of Shiphrah and Puah. How does faith influence your decisions?

18. In today’s world, where do you see instances of people flourishing amidst adversity, similar to the Israelites in Egypt?

19. What lessons can contemporary societies learn from the oppressive rule of the Pharaoh?

20. How can we apply the lessons of courage, faith, and resilience from this chapter to our present-day living?

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