Exodus 2:14
But the man replied, "Who made you ruler and judge over us? Are you planning to kill me as you killed the Egyptian?" Then Moses was afraid and thought, "This thing I have done has surely become known."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 2:14?

2. How does Exodus 2:14 reveal Moses' awareness of his actions being known?

3. What does Moses' reaction in Exodus 2:14 teach about fear and leadership?

4. How can Exodus 2:14 guide us in addressing conflict within the church?

5. Connect Exodus 2:14 to Jesus' teachings on resolving disputes in Matthew 18.

6. How should Exodus 2:14 influence our response to criticism or confrontation today?

7. How does Exodus 2:14 reflect Moses' initial reluctance to lead the Israelites?

8. What does Exodus 2:14 reveal about Moses' awareness of his actions being known?

9. How does Exodus 2:14 illustrate the theme of fear and accountability?

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

11. Why is there no evidence for the miraculous events claimed in Exodus?

12. 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?

13. (Exodus 34:14) How do we reconcile the commandment against worshiping other gods with archaeological finds suggesting Israel's early polytheistic practices?

14. How does Exodus 15:2 describe God's role for believers?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Moses' reaction to being questioned about his authority reflect our own responses when our actions or motives are challenged?

2. In what ways can we relate to Moses' struggle with identity and calling in our own lives?

3. How do the consequences of Moses' actions in Exodus 2:14 inform our understanding of accountability and integrity in our daily lives?

4. What can we learn from Moses' fear and subsequent actions about handling fear and trusting in God's plan?

5. How does the account of Moses in Exodus 2:14 connect with the broader biblical theme of God using imperfect people to fulfill His purposes?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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