Judges 3:16
Now Ehud had made for himself a double-edged sword a cubit long. He strapped it to his right thigh under his cloak
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 3:16?

2. How does Ehud's left-handedness demonstrate God's use of unexpected means?

3. What can we learn from Ehud's courage in Judges 3:16?

4. How does Ehud's story connect with God's deliverance in Exodus?

5. How can we trust God's plan when facing overwhelming odds?

6. What personal "daggers" can we use to combat spiritual challenges today?

7. Why did Ehud choose a double-edged sword in Judges 3:16?

8. What is the significance of Ehud being left-handed in Judges 3:16?

9. How does Judges 3:16 reflect God's use of unexpected leaders?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 3?

11. Who is Ehud in historical or biblical context?

12. In 1 Chronicles 8:6-7, is the reference to Ehud a contradiction of Judges 3, or is it an entirely different person with the same name?

13. Why does Judges 3:12-15 depict God empowering an assassin (Ehud) if murder is condemned elsewhere in scripture?

14. Is Jesus depicted riding a white horse in Revelation?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ehud's left-handedness play a crucial role in the success of his mission, and what does this teach us about God's use of our unique characteristics?

2. In what ways can we apply the concept of strategic planning in our spiritual lives and ministries, as demonstrated by Ehud's actions?

3. How does the account of Ehud encourage us to trust in God's deliverance in our personal struggles or in the challenges faced by the church today?

4. What are some modern-day examples of God using unlikely individuals to accomplish His purposes, and how can we be open to being used by God in unexpected ways?

5. How can we cultivate the courage to act in obedience to God, even when it involves personal risk or stepping out of our comfort zones? Consider other biblical examples of courageous obedience.1. How does the repetitive cycle of sin, servitude, supplication, and salvation in Judges 3 mirror patterns in your own life?

2. How does God use adversity as a means of correction in this chapter?

3. Why do you think God chose individuals like Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar as deliverers for His people? What qualities did they possess?

4. In the modern world, what might be some "foreign gods" that could lead us into spiritual apostasy like the Israelites?

5. How do intermarriages in Judges 3:5-7 relate to present-day relationships that may lead us away from our faith?

6. How does God demonstrate His mercy and justice in Judges 3?

7. What lessons can we learn from the leadership of Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar in confronting today's challenges?

8. How does the narrative of Ehud’s unconventional approach to deliver Israel inspire you to use your unique talents?

9. Compare the leadership styles of Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar. How do these differences highlight God’s ability to use anyone for His purposes?

10. How can the periods of peace following the judges' deliverance inspire us in our times of trial?

11. How does the constant fall and redemption of the Israelites reflect human nature?

12. How can we break the cycle of sin in our personal lives as seen in Judges 3?

13. If you were in Ehud's situation, how would you have handled the confrontation with Eglon?

14. How do we see God’s sovereignty in Judges 3, and how does that provide comfort in today's world?

15. How does the story of Judges 3 encourage perseverance through difficult times?

16. How can you apply the faithfulness of Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar in your everyday life?

17. How does the repeated disobedience of the Israelites mirror societal issues today?

18. How can we ensure we are not complacent in our faith, like the Israelites were after periods of peace?

19. What are some ways to combat idolatry and keep God as the center of our lives?

20. How does Judges 3 motivate us to seek God's intervention in our lives in times of adversity?

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