Exodus 18:11
Now I know that the LORD is greater than all other gods, for He did this when they treated Israel with arrogance."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 18:11?

2. How does Exodus 18:11 reveal God's supremacy over other gods?

3. What lessons can we learn from Jethro's acknowledgment of God's greatness?

4. How does Exodus 18:11 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3?

5. How can we apply Jethro's realization of God's power in our lives today?

6. What does Jethro's statement teach about recognizing God's work in our circumstances?

7. How does Exodus 18:11 demonstrate God's supremacy over other gods?

8. What historical context supports the events described in Exodus 18:11?

9. How does Exodus 18:11 align with archaeological findings?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 18?

11. Who is the prophet like Moses God will raise?

12. Exodus 31:15 - Why does a just and loving God mandate the death penalty for Sabbath-breaking, and how is that reconciled with later biblical teachings on mercy?

13. Does 1 Samuel 9:15-17, describing God's direct revelation to Samuel about Saul, conflict with other biblical texts suggesting a more gradual or indirect selection of leaders?

14. Does God desire sacrifices? (Hosea 6:6 vs. Exodus 29:18)
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jethro's acknowledgment of God's supremacy challenge us to evaluate the "gods" or idols in our own lives?

2. In what ways can we share our testimonies of God's work in our lives to encourage others, as Moses did with Jethro?

3. How does the account of Israel's deliverance from Egypt inspire us to trust in God's justice and deliverance in our current circumstances?

4. What can we learn from Jethro's humility and openness to recognizing the truth about God, and how can we apply this in our interactions with others?

5. How do the additional scriptures that emphasize God's supremacy enhance our understanding of Exodus 18:11, and how can they be applied in our daily faith journey?1. What does Jethro's reaction to Moses' recount of God's works teach us about acknowledging God’s power?

2. How can we apply the principle of sharing responsibilities in our own lives?

3. How did Moses' humility contribute to his acceptance of Jethro's advice?

4. What qualities did Jethro suggest looking for in the leaders Moses should appoint? How can we use these criteria in selecting leaders today?

5. How does Jethro's advice reflect the wisdom of God?

6. How can we ensure that we are open to receiving advice from others, just like Moses was open to Jethro's counsel?

7. In what ways can we apply Jethro's advice to manage burdens in our lives?

8. How does Moses' testimony to Jethro inspire us to share our testimonies with others?

9. How important is it to maintain family connections in light of Moses' relationship with Jethro?

10. How did Jethro's recognition of God's supremacy manifest in his actions?

11. What lessons on leadership can we learn from Moses' and Jethro's interaction?

12. How does the principle of delegation promote peace and harmony in a community?

13. How does Jethro's wisdom reflect on his role as a priest?

14. In our present society, how can we discern when to handle situations ourselves and when to delegate to others?

15. How can we, like Moses, ensure we are patient and unbiased when mediating disputes?

16. In what ways does Jethro's counsel enhance the effectiveness of Moses' leadership?

17. Why do you think Moses readily accepted Jethro's advice?

18. What can we learn from the respectful and loving relationship between Moses and Jethro?

19. How does this chapter challenge your understanding of leadership?

20. How can Jethro's acknowledgment of God's greatness inspire us to recognize God's works in our lives?

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