Exodus - Chapter-16

Chapter Summary

Murmuring of the people. Manna and quails given by God.

How do verses 1-2 give us a bad example of how to treat leaders? What would have been a better way to approach Moses and Aaron?
Based on verse 3, what do we learn about the faith in God that Israel has? How would a more genuine faith have expressed itself?
What would have been a godly reaction to the issues of hunger in this passage? How is this different from Israel's reaction? What would your reaction have been in this situation?
What is the relationship between blessing and testing in verse 4? How does this inform our understanding of God's blessings today?
In this passage, do you identify more with the people that are grumbling, or with Moses and God, who are being grumbled against? What lessons might this identification provide?
How does this chapter teach us the importance of gratitude in our lives? Which verses are most helpful in showing this and why?
How does the manna teach the people to be dependent on God for their daily bread? How can we be aware of our dependance on God today?
What do verses 22-23 teach us about rest? Is this principle applicable today? Why or why not?
What does verse 32 teach about the importance of chronicling God's merciful acts? How are we forgetful of this today?
Why do you think the people disobeyed God's commands in this chapter? Do we act in similar ways today? Why or why not?

Murmuring, v. 2.

God, Moses, Aaron.

4, 7, 12.