1 Kings 17:11
And as she was going to get it, he called to her and said, "Please bring me a piece of bread."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 17:11?

2. How does 1 Kings 17:11 demonstrate God's provision through unexpected means?

3. What can we learn about faith from the widow's response in 1 Kings 17:11?

4. How does Elijah's request in 1 Kings 17:11 connect to Matthew 6:33?

5. In what ways can we trust God during times of scarcity?

6. How can we apply the widow's obedience in our daily walk with God?

7. What does 1 Kings 17:11 reveal about God's provision during times of scarcity?

8. How does the widow's response in 1 Kings 17:11 demonstrate faith and obedience?

9. What historical context surrounds the events in 1 Kings 17:11?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 17?

11. How did Elijah help the widow during the famine?

12. 2 Kings 11:1: How could Athaliah have overlooked or failed to find Joash if she was determined to kill all royal heirs?

13. In Luke 11:31, is there credible historical evidence affirming that the Queen of the South recognized a divine wisdom comparable to, or foreshadowing, that of Jesus?

14. Does the portrayal of supernatural sustenance and miracles in 1 Kings 17 contradict or create inconsistencies with other Old Testament accounts of God's provision?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the widow's response to Elijah's request demonstrate faith, and how can we apply this kind of faith in our own lives?

2. In what ways does this account challenge our understanding of God's provision and care for people outside of our immediate community or faith tradition?

3. How can Elijah's obedience to God's direction inspire us to follow God's leading, even when it takes us to unexpected places or people?

4. What are some practical ways we can show hospitality and generosity, even when we feel we have little to give?

5. How does this passage encourage us to trust in God's provision during times of personal drought or famine, and what other scriptures reinforce this trust?1. How did Elijah demonstrate his faith in God's provision in this chapter?

2. What does the story of the widow's obedience to Elijah tell us about faith?

3. How might you respond to a command from God that seems illogical or risky, like the widow's response to Elijah's request for food?

4. How does Elijah's prophecy to Ahab reflect the consequences of ungodly leadership?

5. What do the miracles in this chapter reveal about God's character?

6. How does the resurrection of the widow's son symbolize spiritual rebirth?

7. How can we apply the lesson of God's supernatural provision in our lives today?

8. How did the widow of Zarephath's perception of Elijah change throughout the chapter, and why?

9. What role does trust play in the relationship between God and His followers as illustrated in this chapter?

10. How does this chapter address the theme of life and death, both physically and spiritually?

11. How can this story inspire you to trust God more in your daily life?

12. What steps can you take to exhibit trust in God's provision during challenging times, like the widow and Elijah?

13. How does the incident with the widow's son illustrate the power of intercessory prayer?

14. In what ways do you see the dichotomy of despair and hope played out in this chapter?

15. How do you respond to your own shortcomings and sins when confronted with them, like the widow did after her son's death?

16. In what way does the story of the widow of Zarephath provide a model of faith in adversity?

17. How can you apply the lesson of Elijah's obedient retreat from society to your own life?

18. Why do you think God chose a widow to showcase His power of provision and resurrection?

19. How does Elijah's isolation and God's provision in the wilderness mirror our own spiritual journeys?

20. In what ways can you echo Elijah's courageous faith in God's promises in your own personal circumstances today?

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