1. What is the meaning of Exodus 18:12?

2. How does Jethro's offering in Exodus 18:12 demonstrate reverence for God?

3. What can we learn from Jethro's actions about worship and fellowship?

4. How does Exodus 18:12 connect to New Testament teachings on communal worship?

5. In what ways can we incorporate Jethro's example into our worship practices today?

6. How does Jethro's meal with elders reflect unity and shared faith in God?

7. What is the significance of Jethro's offering in Exodus 18:12 for interfaith relations?

8. How does Exodus 18:12 reflect the relationship between Moses and his father-in-law, Jethro?

9. Why did Jethro, a Midianite priest, offer sacrifices to God in Exodus 18:12?

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

11. Who was Jethro in the Bible?

12. If Jethro was a Midianite priest (Exodus 18:1), how could he seemingly embrace Yahweh while Midianites appear as enemies in other passages?

13. Why does Exodus 18:12 lack priestly procedures or tabernacle sacrifices, unlike later instructions, when Jethro offers sacrifices with Israelite elders?

14. What are the benefits of diverse advice?1. How does Jethro's offering in Exodus 18:12 demonstrate his acknowledgment of the God of Israel, and what can we learn from his example about recognizing God's work in our lives?

2. In what ways does the communal meal in Exodus 18:12 reflect the importance of fellowship in the Christian faith, and how can we apply this in our church communities today?

3. How does the inclusion of Jethro, a non-Israelite, in worship relate to the New Testament teachings on the inclusion of Gentiles, and what does this mean for our approach to evangelism?

4. What role do the elders play in this passage, and how can their example inform our understanding of leadership and servanthood in the church?

5. How can we ensure that our gatherings, whether in church or small groups, are conducted "in the presence of God," and what practical steps can we take to foster this awareness?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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