Judges 3:18
After Ehud had finished presenting the tribute, he ushered out those who had carried it.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 3:18?

2. How does Judges 3:18 illustrate God's deliverance through unexpected means?

3. What can we learn about obedience from Ehud's actions in Judges 3:18?

4. How does Judges 3:18 connect to God's sovereignty in other Bible stories?

5. How can we apply Ehud's courage in Judges 3:18 to our daily lives?

6. What role does faith play in the events described in Judges 3:18?

7. What is the significance of Ehud's actions in Judges 3:18?

8. How does Judges 3:18 reflect God's deliverance of Israel?

9. Why did God choose Ehud as a judge in Judges 3:18?

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. Could the graphic details of King Eglon's death (Judges 3:21-25) be historically accurate or are they exaggerated?

14. Why does Judges 3:12-15 depict God empowering an assassin (Ehud) if murder is condemned elsewhere in scripture?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ehud's left-handedness play a significant role in God's plan for delivering Israel, and what does this teach us about God's use of our unique traits?

2. In what ways does the cycle of sin and deliverance in Judges reflect our own spiritual journeys, and how can we break free from this cycle?

3. How can we apply the lesson of Israel's disobedience and subsequent oppression to our own lives in terms of the consequences of turning away from God?

4. What are some modern-day "tributes" or burdens we carry that signify our subjugation to sin, and how can we seek deliverance through Christ?

5. How does the account of Ehud encourage us to act courageously in our faith, and what are some practical steps we can take to be bold in our Christian walk?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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