◄ Exodus 18:22 ►
Have these men judge the people at all times. Then they can bring you any major issue, but all minor cases they can judge on their own, so that your load may be lightened as they share it with you. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 18:22? 2. How does Exodus 18:22 guide us in delegating responsibilities within the church? 3. What qualities should leaders possess according to Exodus 18:22's advice on selecting judges? 4. How can Exodus 18:22's principles be applied in family decision-making processes today? 5. Compare Exodus 18:22 with Acts 6:3 on appointing leaders. What similarities exist? 6. How does implementing Exodus 18:22's advice prevent leadership burnout in ministry? 7. How does Exodus 18:22 reflect on the delegation of authority in religious leadership? 8. What historical evidence supports the judicial system described in Exodus 18:22? 9. How does Exodus 18:22 influence modern Christian views on leadership and responsibility? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 18? 11. Is there any historical or archaeological evidence outside the Bible that supports the judicial structure described in Exodus 18:21–22? 12. How does the Moses Model structure church leadership? 13. Exodus 22:18: How can the command 'Do not allow a sorceress to live' be reconciled with modern standards of religious freedom and human rights? 14. Why is there no mention of any other civilizations, such as Babylon or Egypt, being judged in the same manner as described in Ezekiel 22:15, despite historical records of their own atrocities? Discussion Questions 1. How does the principle of delegation in Exodus 18:22 apply to your current responsibilities at work, home, or church? 2. In what ways can you identify and empower others around you to share in responsibilities, as Moses did with the judges? 3. Reflect on a time when you received wise counsel from someone. How did it impact your decision-making and leadership? 4. How can the model of shared responsibility seen in Exodus 18:22 be applied to modern church leadership and ministry? 5. Consider the role of humility in leadership. How does Moses' example of listening to Jethro challenge or encourage you in your leadership style? Exodus 18 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Jethro's reaction to Moses' recount of God's works teach us about acknowledging God’s power? 2. How can we apply the principle of sharing responsibilities in our own lives? 3. How did Moses' humility contribute to his acceptance of Jethro's advice? 4. What qualities did Jethro suggest looking for in the leaders Moses should appoint? How can we use these criteria in selecting leaders today? 5. How does Jethro's advice reflect the wisdom of God? 6. How can we ensure that we are open to receiving advice from others, just like Moses was open to Jethro's counsel? 7. In what ways can we apply Jethro's advice to manage burdens in our lives? 8. How does Moses' testimony to Jethro inspire us to share our testimonies with others? 9. How important is it to maintain family connections in light of Moses' relationship with Jethro? 10. How did Jethro's recognition of God's supremacy manifest in his actions? 11. What lessons on leadership can we learn from Moses' and Jethro's interaction? 12. How does the principle of delegation promote peace and harmony in a community? 13. How does Jethro's wisdom reflect on his role as a priest? 14. In our present society, how can we discern when to handle situations ourselves and when to delegate to others? 15. How can we, like Moses, ensure we are patient and unbiased when mediating disputes? 16. In what ways does Jethro's counsel enhance the effectiveness of Moses' leadership? 17. Why do you think Moses readily accepted Jethro's advice? 18. What can we learn from the respectful and loving relationship between Moses and Jethro? 19. How does this chapter challenge your understanding of leadership? 20. How can Jethro's acknowledgment of God's greatness inspire us to recognize God's works in our lives? Links Exodus 18:22 NIV Exodus 18:22 NLT Exodus 18:22 ESV Exodus 18:22 NASB Exodus 18:22 KJV Exodus 18:22 Commentaries Bible Hub