Judges 3:22
Even the handle sank in after the blade, and Eglon's fat closed in over it, so that Ehud did not withdraw the sword from his belly. And Eglon's bowels emptied.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 3:22?

2. How does Judges 3:22 demonstrate God's judgment against Israel's enemies?

3. What does Ehud's action in Judges 3:22 reveal about divine deliverance?

4. How can we trust God's timing in overcoming obstacles, like Ehud in Judges?

5. How does Judges 3:22 connect with God's deliverance in Exodus 14:13-14?

6. What lessons on courage and faith can we apply from Ehud's story?

7. Why did God allow such a violent act in Judges 3:22?

8. What is the significance of Ehud's left-handedness in Judges 3:22?

9. How does Judges 3:22 align with the concept of a loving God?

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

11. How does the Moses Model structure church leadership?

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

13. What is the meaning of Galatians 6:2?

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 crucial role in the account, and what does this teach us about God's use of our unique traits?

2. In what ways can we see God's hand in the deliverance of Israel through Ehud, and how does this encourage us in our personal struggles?

3. Compare Ehud's courage to other biblical figures who acted boldly for God. What can we learn from their examples?

4. How does the account of Ehud and Eglon illustrate the consequences of Israel's disobedience, and how can we apply this lesson to our lives today?

5. Reflect on a time when God used an unexpected person or situation to bring about His purposes in your life. How does this account encourage you to trust in God's plan?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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