◄ Exodus 1:8 ►
Then a new king, who did not know Joseph, came to power in Egypt. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 1:8? 2. How did the new king's ignorance of Joseph affect Israel's situation in Egypt? 3. What lessons can we learn about leadership from Exodus 1:8? 4. How does Exodus 1:8 connect to God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 15:13? 5. How can we ensure our leaders remember God's past works in our lives? 6. What steps can we take to preserve our spiritual heritage for future generations? 7. How did a new king arise who did not know Joseph in Exodus 1:8? 8. What historical evidence supports the existence of a new king in Exodus 1:8? 9. Why is the ignorance of Joseph significant in Exodus 1:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 1? 11. What did Moses mean by "Let my people go"? 12. What does the ankh symbol represent? 13. What role did Egyptians play in biblical narratives? 14. What evidence supports the historical occurrence of the Exodus? Discussion Questions 1. How does the new king's ignorance of Joseph's contributions reflect the importance of remembering and honoring history in our own lives? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our trust remains in God rather than in human leaders or institutions, especially when circumstances change? 3. How does the transition from favor to oppression for the Israelites illustrate the impermanence of human favor, and how can this understanding impact our daily lives? 4. What lessons can we learn from the Israelites' experience in Egypt about God's sovereignty and faithfulness during times of trial? 5. How can we, as Christians, influence our communities and leaders to remember and honor the contributions of those who have gone before us, similar to Joseph's legacy in Egypt? Exodus 1 Bible Study Questions 1. What parallels can be drawn between the oppression of the Israelites and modern instances of oppression and discrimination? 2. How does the perseverance of the Israelites inspire you in your personal struggles? 3. Discuss the moral dilemma faced by the midwives. What similar situations can occur today, and how should they be handled? 4. How do you see the theme of divine intervention playing out in this chapter? 5. How does the rapid growth of the Israelites despite their circumstances speak to the power of faith? 6. What lessons can be drawn from the actions of the new Pharaoh? How does fear influence decisions? 7. How does this chapter address the issue of power dynamics? How are those dynamics seen in today's world? 8. How can you apply the midwives' fear of God in your life when facing difficult decisions? 9. What does this chapter teach about the consequences of disobedience to earthly authorities for the sake of obeying God? 10. Discuss the role of women in this chapter. How does their contribution affect the narrative? 11. How would you respond to a directive that you know is morally wrong? 12. How did God honor the bravery of the midwives, and what does this say about divine justice? 13. In what ways does the growth of the Israelites despite their oppression symbolize hope? 14. How does the Pharaoh’s command to kill the Hebrew boys reflect his fear and insecurity? 15. What does the chapter suggest about the relationship between hardship and faith? 16. How does the courage of the midwives inspire you to stand for what is right, even against powerful authority? 17. Discuss how faith influenced the actions of Shiphrah and Puah. How does faith influence your decisions? 18. In today’s world, where do you see instances of people flourishing amidst adversity, similar to the Israelites in Egypt? 19. What lessons can contemporary societies learn from the oppressive rule of the Pharaoh? 20. How can we apply the lessons of courage, faith, and resilience from this chapter to our present-day living? Links Exodus 1:8 NIV Exodus 1:8 NLT Exodus 1:8 ESV Exodus 1:8 NASB Exodus 1:8 KJV Exodus 1:8 Commentaries Bible Hub