1. A life-changing family reunion (1-12)

After Zipporah and her two sons visited Jethro, they all returned to Moses. Moses happily received his father-in-law. Moses told Jethro everything the LORD had done to Pharaoh and the Egyptians to bring the Israelites out of Egypt. He also told Jethro all about their hardships and how the LORD had saved them from each trial. Jethro was a pagan priest. But Moses' testimony of God's love and grace greatly delighted Jethro. He praised God and then confessed that the LORD was greater than all other gods. Then Jethro made an offering to God. Pray for an opportunity to tell someone today what Jesus has done for you.

2. Wise counsel from Jethro (13-27)

Moses diligently carried out his leadership responsibilities, including settling disputes. With so many people though, Moses was on the road to burnout. Jethro wisely advised Moses to find God-fearing, trustworthy men who could help him. If God so agreed (19, 23), Moses would not exhaust himself and the people would be satisfied. Moses accepted this advice and it worked.


Application: Lord, help me to lovingly share with others what you have done. Thank you for godly advice.
One Word: Talk about Jesus; humbly listen