Exodus 1:20
So God was good to the midwives, and the people multiplied and became even more numerous.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 1:20?

2. How does Exodus 1:20 demonstrate God's favor towards those who fear Him?

3. What actions can we take to receive God's blessing as in Exodus 1:20?

4. How does Exodus 1:20 connect with God's promises in Genesis 12:2-3?

5. In what ways can we "multiply and grow very mighty" in faith today?

6. How can we apply the midwives' example of obedience to our daily lives?

7. How does Exodus 1:20 reflect God's justice and mercy towards the Hebrew midwives?

8. Why did God reward the midwives for disobeying Pharaoh in Exodus 1:20?

9. What does Exodus 1:20 reveal about God's view on civil disobedience?

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

11. Can prayer alter God's decisions?

12. How credible is the claim in Numbers 1:46 that over 600,000 fighting-age men—implying a total population of more than two million—could have gathered in the Sinai Desert?

13. Who were the Hebrew midwives in the Bible?

14. Exodus 2:2 – How could a newborn be successfully hidden for three months without detection by Pharaoh’s forces?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fear of God influence our decisions in situations where we face pressure to conform to ungodly practices?

2. In what ways can we see God's faithfulness in our lives, even when circumstances seem challenging?

3. How can the example of the midwives inspire us to act courageously in our own lives?

4. What are some modern-day situations where we might need to choose between obeying God and obeying human authorities?

5. How does the multiplication of the Israelites in Egypt reflect God's promises, and how can this encourage us in our faith journey?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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