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EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 1H 6M

Ep. 86. Exodus 18: Moses, It’s Not Good to Lead Alone!

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Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In Exodus 18, Moses finally gets a much-needed reality check—delivered by his father-in-law, Jethro. Sam and Will walk through Jethro’s visit, his worship response to what God has done for Israel, and the big leadership turning point: Moses can’t carry the load alone. Why does this chapter feel like a “break” in the action right before Sinai—and what does it teach about wisdom, delegation, justice, and spiritual maturity? Stick around for the practical takeaways on burnout, leadership structure, and why God often provides help in unexpected ways as Israel moves closer to Exodus 19. If this episode helped you, like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly Bible conversations. Chapters 00:00 - Intro: The Bible Show + Exodus series continues 00:00:41 - Setting the stage: Jethro, Midian, and Moses’ backstory 00:04:52 - Why Exodus 18 matters (and why it feels like a “pause”) 00:06:53 - Exodus 18:1 begins: Jethro hears what God has done 00:11:51 - Jethro’s response: hearing the deliverance and rejoicing 00:17:06 - Jethro arrives: reunion, respect, and what it signals 00:24:21 - Worship & table fellowship: blessing God together 00:29:04 - Pivot to Part 2: leadership pressure and constant disputes 00:46:03 - “This isn’t good”: burnout, limits, and wise correction 01:02:19 - Delegation plan: leaders over thousands/hundreds/fifties/tens 01:05:26 - Looking ahead: Sinai next (Exodus 19 preview) 01:05:40 - Outro: share, review, and see you next time Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Exodus #Exodus18 #BibleStudy #TheBibleShow #Moses #Jethro #Leadership #BiblicalLeadership #Delegation #Burnout #Sinai #OldTestament #ScriptureStudy #ChristianPodcast #BiblePodcast

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