Exodus 18:14
When his father-in-law saw all that Moses was doing for the people, he asked, "What is this that you are doing for the people? Why do you sit alone as judge, with all the people standing around you from morning till evening?"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 18:14?

2. How can we apply Jethro's advice to our own leadership responsibilities today?

3. What does Exodus 18:14 teach about the importance of wise counsel in leadership?

4. How does Jethro's question connect with Proverbs 15:22 on seeking advice?

5. In what ways can we avoid becoming overwhelmed like Moses in Exodus 18:14?

6. How can church leaders implement Jethro's advice to improve ministry effectiveness?

7. Why did Jethro question Moses' leadership method in Exodus 18:14?

8. How does Exodus 18:14 reflect on effective leadership and delegation?

9. What historical context surrounds Jethro's advice to Moses in Exodus 18:14?

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

11. Who was Moses' father-in-law?

12. Why would Moses need leadership advice from a non-Israelite (Exodus 18:13–26) after direct guidance from God elsewhere in Exodus?

13. Who was Jethro in the Bible?

14. Deuteronomy 1:13-16 details a system of judges set up by Moses; how does this align with other biblical accounts about Israel's leadership structure?
Discussion Questions
1. What can we learn from Moses' willingness to listen to Jethro's advice, and how can we apply this in our own lives when receiving counsel from others?

2. How does the principle of delegation seen in Exodus 18:14 relate to the structure and function of leadership within the church today?

3. In what ways can we ensure that we are not overburdening ourselves with responsibilities, and how can we seek help from others in our community?

4. How does the concept of shared leadership in Exodus 18:14 connect with the New Testament model of church leadership, such as the appointment of deacons in Acts 6?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to balance work and rest. How does this passage encourage you to find a sustainable rhythm in your daily life?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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