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Congregation Bible Study October 5-11, 2026 | “Go In to Pharaoh”

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In what ways did Moses show courage during this part of his life?

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In study question one, Moses returned to Egypt, appeared repeatedly before Pharaoh, and kept obeying even when he was threatened. Study question one takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 5-11, I see the principle in action. With study question one in mind, I want to carry out a responsibility even when another person’s reaction intimidates me. For study question one, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 5-11, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question one makes Moses’ example practical.

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From Exodus 5-11, study question one shows that Moses kept growing. Study question one does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question one in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 5-11, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question one, I want to carry out a responsibility even when another person’s reaction intimidates me. With study question one as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question one also reminds me of my limits. From study question one, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question one, I learn to carry out a responsibility even when another person’s reaction intimidates me.

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1. The Pharaoh of this period is unnamed, and no Egyptian record of the Exodus has yet been found. Still, why is it reasonable to believe this Bible account? (g04 4/8 7 ¶4–9 ¶1)

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In study question two, The absence of Pharaoh’s name or a direct Egyptian record does not erase the historical and geographical coherence of the Bible account. Study question two takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 5-14, I see the principle in action. With study question two in mind, I want to evaluate the whole body of evidence rather than build a conclusion on one missing record. For study question two, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 5-14, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question two makes Moses’ example practical.

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From Exodus 5-14, study question two shows that Moses kept growing. Study question two does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question two in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 5-14, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question two, I want to evaluate the whole body of evidence rather than build a conclusion on one missing record. With study question two as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question two also reminds me of my limits. From study question two, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question two, I learn to evaluate the whole body of evidence rather than build a conclusion on one missing.

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2. Why did people fear Pharaoh? (w14 4/15 8 ¶1) A

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In study question three, Pharaoh held enormous political, military, and religious power, so challenging him could seem unthinkable. Study question three takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 5:1, 2, I see the principle in action. With study question three in mind, I want to remember that no human authority stands above Jehovah. For study question three, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 5:1, 2, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question three makes Moses’ example practical.

Additional comment 1

From Exodus 5:1, 2, study question three shows that Moses kept growing. Study question three does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question three in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 5:1, 2, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question three, I want to remember that no human authority stands above Jehovah. With study question three as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question three also reminds me of my limits. From study question three, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question three, I learn to remember that no human authority stands above Jehovah.

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3. How did the Ten Plagues humiliate the gods of Egypt? (it “Gods and Goddesses” ¶24-26)

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In study question four, The Ten Plagues struck areas associated with Egypt’s gods and proved that those gods could not protect the land. Study question four takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 7-12, I see the principle in action. With study question four in mind, I want to trust Jehovah above systems that the world presents as invincible. For study question four, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 7-12, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question four makes Moses’ example practical.

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From Exodus 7-12, study question four shows that Moses kept growing. Study question four does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question four in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 7-12, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question four, I want to trust Jehovah above systems that the world presents as invincible. With study question four as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question four also reminds me of my limits. From study question four, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question four, I learn to trust Jehovah above systems that the world presents as invincible.

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4. What indicates that Jehovah opened up a wide channel through the Red Sea, and how many Israelites may have crossed through it? (it “Exodus” ¶46-51) B

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In study question five, The number of people and the speed of the crossing indicate that Jehovah opened a broad passage, not a narrow trail. Study question five takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 14:21, 22, I see the principle in action. With study question five in mind, I want to picture the true scale of the miracle so that my appreciation for Jehovah’s power grows. For study question five, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 14:21, 22, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question five makes Moses’ example practical.

Additional comment 1

From Exodus 14:21, 22, study question five shows that Moses kept growing. Study question five does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question five in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 14:21, 22, obedience appears as part of growth.

Additional comment 2

For study question five, I want to picture the true scale of the miracle so that my appreciation for Jehovah’s power grows. With study question five as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question five also reminds me of my limits. From study question five, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question five, I learn to picture the true scale of the miracle so that my appreciation for Jehovah’s power.

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How can Moses’ example encourage us when we feel unqualified to fulfill an assignment from Jehovah? (Ex. 4:10; 7:6, 7)

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In study question six, Moses expressed insecurity, but Jehovah gave him direction, support, and time to learn. Study question six takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 4:10; 7:6, 7, I see the principle in action. With study question six in mind, I want to focus on who supports me rather than only on my limitations. For study question six, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 4:10; 7:6, 7, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question six makes Moses’ example practical.

Additional comment 1

From Exodus 4:10; 7:6, 7, study question six shows that Moses kept growing. Study question six does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question six in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 4:10; 7:6, 7, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question six, I want to focus on who supports me rather than only on my limitations. With study question six as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question six also reminds me of my limits. From study question six, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question six, I learn to focus on who supports me rather than only on my limitations.

Just as Aaron helped Moses to fulfill his assignment courageously, how can we help our brothers and sisters today? (Ex. 4:14-16) C

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In study question seven, Aaron used his abilities to support Moses’ commission and stood beside him in difficult responsibilities. Study question seven takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 4:14-16, I see the principle in action. With study question seven in mind, I want to strengthen another person’s confidence without competing for attention. For study question seven, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 4:14-16, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question seven makes Moses’ example practical.

Additional comment 1

From Exodus 4:14-16, study question seven shows that Moses kept growing. Study question seven does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question seven in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 4:14-16, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question seven, I want to strengthen another person’s confidence without competing for attention. With study question seven as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question seven also reminds me of my limits. From study question seven, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question seven, I learn to strengthen another person’s confidence without competing for attention.

How might you imitate the courage shown by Moses in this account?

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In study question eight, Moses kept appearing before Pharaoh even though every meeting could bring rejection, threats, or new difficulties. Study question eight takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 7-11, I see the principle in action. With study question eight in mind, I want to persevere when a responsibility requires facing an uncomfortable situation repeatedly. For study question eight, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 7-11, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question eight makes Moses’ example practical.

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From Exodus 7-11, study question eight shows that Moses kept growing. Study question eight does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question eight in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 7-11, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question eight, I want to persevere when a responsibility requires facing an uncomfortable situation repeatedly. With study question eight as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question eight also reminds me of my limits. From study question eight, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question eight, I learn to persevere when a responsibility requires facing an uncomfortable situation.

What does this account teach me about Jehovah?

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In study question nine, Jehovah can become whatever is needed to fulfill his purpose and support his servants. Study question nine takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 3:14, I see the principle in action. With study question nine in mind, I want to avoid limiting in my mind the ways Jehovah can provide help. For study question nine, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 3:14, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question nine makes Moses’ example practical.

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From Exodus 3:14, study question nine shows that Moses kept growing. Study question nine does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question nine in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 3:14, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question nine, I want to avoid limiting in my mind the ways Jehovah can provide help. With study question nine as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question nine also reminds me of my limits. From study question nine, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question nine, I learn to avoid limiting in my mind the ways Jehovah can provide help.

How does this account tie in with Jehovah’s purposes?

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In study question ten, Israel’s deliverance preserved the people through whom the promise concerning the offspring would continue to advance. Study question ten takes me back to the account. According to Genesis 3:15 and Exodus 12, I see the principle in action. With study question ten in mind, I want to view each Bible episode as part of a much larger purpose. For study question ten, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Genesis 3:15 and Exodus 12, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question ten makes Moses’ example practical.

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From Genesis 3:15 and Exodus 12, study question ten shows that Moses kept growing. Study question ten does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question ten in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Genesis 3:15 and Exodus 12, obedience appears as part of growth.

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For study question ten, I want to view each Bible episode as part of a much larger purpose. With study question ten as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question ten also reminds me of my limits. From study question ten, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question ten, I learn to view each Bible episode as part of a much larger purpose.

In the resurrection, what would I like to ask Moses about this part of his life?

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In study question eleven, It would be fascinating to learn how Moses felt as he went from feeling unqualified to seeing Jehovah use him directly. Study question eleven takes me back to the account. According to Exodus 3-14, I see the principle in action. With study question eleven in mind, I want to ask how those experiences changed his confidence and the way he prayed. For study question eleven, courage can coexist with fear. Returning to Exodus 3-14, I notice that obedience builds strength. Thus, study question eleven makes Moses’ example practical.

Additional comment 1

From Exodus 3-14, study question eleven shows that Moses kept growing. Study question eleven does not require me to picture him confident from the start. With study question eleven in mind, I see that experience teaches. Returning to Exodus 3-14, obedience appears as part of growth.

Additional comment 2

For study question eleven, I want to ask how those experiences changed his confidence and the way he prayed. With study question eleven as a reference, I prepare my part well. Study question eleven also reminds me of my limits. From study question eleven, I can leave the final outcome in Jehovah’s hands.

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From study question eleven, I learn to ask how those experiences changed his confidence and the way he prayed.

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