Now since the LORD, the God of Israel, has driven out the Amorites from before His people Israel, should you now possess it? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Judges 11:23? 2. How does Judges 11:23 demonstrate God's sovereignty over Israel's victories? 3. What lessons on divine justice can we learn from Judges 11:23? 4. How does Judges 11:23 connect with God's promises to Israel in Genesis? 5. How can we trust God's plan in our lives, as seen in Judges 11:23? 6. What does Judges 11:23 teach about God's faithfulness to His people today? 7. How does Judges 11:23 justify Israel's claim to the land? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Judges 11:23? 9. Does Judges 11:23 reflect God's will in territorial disputes? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 11? 11. Who else is a savior besides me? 12. Ezekiel 34 - Are there any inconsistencies with other prophetic books about how judgment is executed and who is held accountable? 13. Why would God send an evil spirit between Abimelech and the leaders of Shechem (Judges 9:23)? 14. Why does God allow so many of His followers to doubt His existence? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jephthah's understanding of history and God's actions influence his leadership and decisions?2. In what ways can we see God's sovereignty in our own lives, similar to how He drove out the Amorites for Israel? 3. How can the account of the Amorites and Israelites encourage us to trust in God's promises today? 4. What lessons can we learn from Jephthah's approach to conflict resolution that can be applied to our personal or communal disputes? 5. How does understanding the historical context of biblical events enhance our faith and trust in God's plan for us?1. How does Jephthah's early life shape his later actions and decisions? 2. How might the Gileadites' act of accepting Jephthah as a leader after rejecting him earlier apply to present-day situations about forgiveness and second chances? 3. What does Jephthah's decision to reason with the king of Ammon before going to war reveal about his character? 4. Do you think Jephthah's vow to God was necessary for the victory? Why or why not? 5. What might have been different if Jephthah had specified his vow or not made a vow at all? 6. How does this story challenge our understanding of faith, promises, and their consequences? 7. What are the potential dangers of making rash promises, as illustrated by Jephthah's vow? 8. How does the story of Jephthah's daughter challenge or reinforce your understanding of obedience and honor? 9. What does this story teach us about the importance of considering the impact of our decisions on others? 10. How might we apply the lessons from Jephthah's story to avoid making rash decisions or promises in our lives today? 11. How does the culture and tradition of that time impact Jephthah's decision to fulfill his vow? How is this different from today's cultural and ethical understandings? 12. How can we ensure that our actions align with our faith and do not run contrary to God's desires, as seen in Jephthah's case? 13. In what ways does Jephthah’s tragic tale resonate with contemporary issues of making and breaking promises? 14. How might Jephthah's approach to leadership have been influenced by his past experiences? 15. How does the response of the community towards Jephthah's plight with his daughter reflect on their societal values and norms? 16. How does this story illustrate the intersection of personal faith, societal pressures, and divine will? 17. How does the narrative of Jephthah inspire us to engage in reflective decision making? 18. Can Jephthah's interaction with the King of Ammon be seen as a model for conflict resolution today? 19. How does the story of Jephthah challenge traditional views of victory and sacrifice? 20. How can we use Jephthah's story to foster discussions about the role of promises and vows in our faith journey? Links Judges 11:23 NIVJudges 11:23 NLT Judges 11:23 ESV Judges 11:23 NASB Judges 11:23 KJV Judges 11:23 Commentaries Bible Hub |



