Exodus 2:4
And his sister stood at a distance to see what would happen to him.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 2:4?

2. How does Exodus 2:4 demonstrate God's providence in Moses' early life?

3. What role does Miriam play in God's plan according to Exodus 2:4?

4. How can we trust God's timing in uncertain situations like Miriam in Exodus 2:4?

5. What connections exist between Exodus 2:4 and God's protection of His people?

6. How can we be vigilant in faith, as Miriam was in Exodus 2:4?

7. Why did Moses' sister watch over him in Exodus 2:4?

8. How does Exodus 2:4 reflect God's protection and providence?

9. What role does Miriam play in the narrative of Exodus 2:4?

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

11. Numbers 20:1 – Why is Miriam’s death recorded so briefly, with no details about her mourning or burial, unlike other prominent figures?

12. Deuteronomy 4:20 depicts God rescuing Israel from Egyptian slavery--where is the historical or archaeological proof for an event of such magnitude?

13. In Exodus 3:4, why does God speak audibly only here, and not in a consistent manner throughout the Old Testament?

14. 2 Corinthians 11:29 - How could Paul meaningfully empathize with and support multiple distant churches given the limited communication and travel methods of his era?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Miriam's action in Exodus 2:4 demonstrate faith and courage, and how can we apply this in our own lives when facing challenges?

2. In what ways does the account of Moses' early life reflect God's providence, and how can this encourage us in times of uncertainty?

3. How does the role of family in Moses' account inspire us to support and protect our own families today?

4. What other biblical figures demonstrate a similar combination of faith and action, and what can we learn from their accounts?

5. How can we discern God's hand at work in our lives, even when circumstances seem dire, as seen in the account of Moses' preservation?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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