1. What is the meaning of Exodus 2:12?

2. How does Exodus 2:12 illustrate Moses' impulsive actions and their consequences?

3. What can we learn about justice from Moses' actions in Exodus 2:12?

4. How does Exodus 2:12 connect to the theme of deliverance in Exodus?

5. What does Moses' action in Exodus 2:12 teach about handling anger biblically?

6. How can we apply the lessons from Exodus 2:12 to modern-day conflicts?

7. Why did Moses kill the Egyptian in Exodus 2:12?

8. How does Exodus 2:12 align with the commandment "Thou shalt not kill"?

9. What does Exodus 2:12 reveal about Moses' character and leadership?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 2?

11. Exodus 2:15 – How realistically could Moses escape from Pharaoh’s reach and suddenly reappear in Midian without leaving any trace in Egyptian historical accounts?

12. What did Paul mean by "chief of sinners"?

13. Exodus 2:11-12 - Is there any record or indication in Egyptian history that an adopted prince could commit murder and remain largely unnoticed by Pharaoh?

14. Psalm 135:8 mentions the death of all Egyptian firstborn--what historical or archaeological evidence supports or challenges this widespread event?1. How does Moses' action in Exodus 2:12 reflect his internal struggle with his identity as both an Egyptian prince and a Hebrew? How can we relate this to our own struggles with identity?

2. In what ways does Moses' impulsive action serve as a warning for us today? Can you think of a time when acting impulsively led to unintended consequences in your life?

3. How does the account of Moses in Exodus 2:12 connect with the broader biblical theme of God using imperfect people for His purposes? Can you identify other biblical figures who experienced similar situations?

4. Reflect on a time when you witnessed injustice. How did you respond, and how might you respond differently in light of Moses' account and biblical teachings on justice?

5. Considering Proverbs 3:5-6, how can we cultivate a habit of seeking God's guidance before making decisions, especially in situations that provoke strong emotions?1. How does Moses' mother demonstrate courage and faith? Can you think of a personal situation where you exhibited similar traits?

2. How does Pharaoh's daughter act in defiance of her father's decree? What does this tell us about personal responsibility and justice?

3. Discuss the significance of Moses' name. How does it reflect his journey and his future role?

4. How did Moses' act of defending the Hebrew worker shape his future?

5. Can you draw parallels between Moses' flight to Midian and situations of asylum-seeking today?

6. How did Moses' experience in Midian prepare him for his future task of liberating the Israelites?

7. How does Moses' intervention on behalf of Reuel's daughters reflect his character?

8. Why do you think Moses' act against the Egyptian was discovered? What lessons can we draw from this?

9. How does the naming of Moses' son, Gershom, reflect Moses' personal feelings about his situation?

10. Discuss how the Israelites' cry for deliverance represents collective suffering and longing for liberation.

11. How does the story of Moses inspire you to act justly and courageously?

12. What does God remembering His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob tell us about divine faithfulness?

13. How can we apply the lessons from Moses' journey to our daily lives?

14. In the face of oppression, how can individuals stand up for justice like Moses did?

15. What does this chapter teach about the importance of holding onto faith during times of despair?

16. How does Moses' life story encourage perseverance and resilience?

17. How does Moses' journey from being a prince of Egypt to a shepherd in Midian relate to identity and purpose?

18. Discuss the divine intervention in Moses' life. Can you think of any personal experiences of divine intervention?

19. How can Moses' actions in defending Reuel's daughters inspire us in today's context?

20. Discuss the role of compassion and empathy in the story, as demonstrated by Moses' mother and Pharaoh's daughter. How can we cultivate these virtues in our lives?

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