Judges 3:20
Then Ehud approached him while he was sitting alone in the coolness of his upper room. "I have a word from God for you," Ehud said, and the king rose from his seat.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 3:20?

2. How does Ehud's courage in Judges 3:20 inspire your personal faith journey?

3. What does Ehud's approach teach about God's use of unexpected leaders?

4. How can Judges 3:20 encourage us to trust God's timing and plans?

5. Compare Ehud's mission with other biblical figures who acted boldly for God.

6. How can you apply Ehud's boldness in confronting challenges in your life?

7. Why did Ehud choose to meet Eglon in private in Judges 3:20?

8. How does Judges 3:20 reflect God's use of unexpected leaders?

9. What is the significance of Ehud's left-handedness in Judges 3:20?

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

11. Who is Ehud in historical or biblical context?

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

13. How do we reconcile the setting up of a carved image in Judges 18:31 with the strict prohibition against idolatry found elsewhere in the Old Testament?

14. Does the cyclical pattern of God sending deliverers (Judges 3:7-11) conflict with the notion of human free will or moral responsibility?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ehud's left-handedness play a role in God's plan, and what does this teach us about our own perceived weaknesses?

2. In what ways can we identify and respond to divine appointments in our daily lives?

3. How does Ehud's courage in delivering God's message inspire us to be bold in our faith?

4. What are some situations in your life where you need to trust in God's sovereignty for deliverance?

5. How can we ensure that we are attentive and obedient to the messages God wants us to deliver to others?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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