◄ Exodus 3:16 ►
Go, assemble the elders of Israel and say to them, 'The LORD, the God of your fathers--the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob--has appeared to me and said: I have surely attended to you and have seen what has been done to you in Egypt. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 3:16? 2. How does Exodus 3:16 demonstrate God's concern for His people's suffering? 3. What role do the elders play in God's plan in Exodus 3:16? 4. How does Exodus 3:16 connect to God's covenant with Abraham? 5. How can we recognize and respond to God's call in our lives today? 6. What steps can we take to ensure we listen to God's instructions like Moses? 7. What is the significance of God appearing to Moses in Exodus 3:16? 8. How does Exodus 3:16 demonstrate God's covenant with the Israelites? 9. Why does God instruct Moses to gather the elders in Exodus 3:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 3? 11. Who were the elders in the Old Testament? 12. What is the Day of Visitation? 13. How do the twenty-four elders from Revelation 4:4 align with or contradict other biblical notions of heavenly beings or leadership? 14. In Exodus 3:8-10, is there archaeological or historical proof that aligns with God's promised deliverance of Israel from Egypt? Discussion Questions 1. How does God's identification as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob provide assurance to the Israelites in their current situation? 2. What role do the elders of Israel play in the unfolding of God's plan, and how can this inform our understanding of leadership in the church today? 3. In what ways does God's awareness of the Israelites' suffering in Egypt encourage us to trust in His compassion and timing in our own lives? 4. How does the continuity of God's plan from the patriarchs to Moses challenge us to see our lives as part of a larger account of faith? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt called to obey God in a challenging situation. How did this passage encourage you to trust and act in faith? Exodus 3 Bible Study Questions 1. Why do you think God chose to appear to Moses in a burning bush? 2. How does Moses’ reaction to his call reflect our own reactions when God calls us to tasks we find daunting? 3. How does the phrase "I AM WHO I AM" resonate with you personally in understanding God's nature? 4. How does God's awareness of the Israelites' suffering speak to His character? 5. How does God's promise of the land flowing with milk and honey encourage you in your present situation? 6. Why do you think Moses was hesitant about the task given to him despite the divine assurance? 7. What does it mean to you that the place where Moses stood was considered "holy ground"? 8. What can we learn about faith from Moses’ conversation with God? 9. How does God's response to Moses' doubt reassure you in your moments of doubt? 10. How can the phrase "I will surely be with you" help us when we face difficult situations? 11. Why did God allow the Israelites to plunder the Egyptians after their liberation? 12. How does the story of Moses' calling challenge your view of God's plans for your life? 13. In what ways does God's promise to be with Moses throughout the task impact your understanding of God's presence in your life? 14. How can you apply the concept of "plundering the Egyptians" to your present-day life? 15. How does this passage inspire you to react when you feel called to do something beyond your capabilities? 16. Why do you think God insisted Moses be the one to lead the Israelites despite his self-doubt? 17. What role does faith play in answering God's call, as evidenced by Moses' experience? 18. How can you identify with Moses' fear and uncertainty in your life today? 19. How can this passage encourage someone going through oppression or difficult times? 20. In the context of the story, what does "a land flowing with milk and honey" symbolize, and how can this symbolism apply to your life? Links Exodus 3:16 NIV Exodus 3:16 NLT Exodus 3:16 ESV Exodus 3:16 NASB Exodus 3:16 KJV Exodus 3:16 Commentaries Bible Hub