1 Kings 18:3
and Ahab summoned Obadiah, who was in charge of the palace. (Now Obadiah greatly feared the LORD,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 18:3?

2. How does Obadiah's role in 1 Kings 18:3 demonstrate faithful service to God?

3. What can we learn from Obadiah's fear of the Lord in our lives?

4. How does Obadiah's character connect with other faithful servants in Scripture?

5. How can we balance serving earthly authorities and remaining true to God?

6. What steps can we take to cultivate a reverent fear of the Lord?

7. Who was Obadiah, and what was his role in 1 Kings 18:3?

8. How does Obadiah's faithfulness challenge modern Christian beliefs?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Kings 18?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 18?

11. Does the Bible suggest teleportation is possible?

12. How did King Ahab's wickedness reveal his weakness?

13. In 2 Chronicles 18:1-3, does Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab contradict biblical teachings against partnering with evil?

14. How does 1 Kings 19 fit with other biblical accounts of Elijah and the broader historical context, considering potential timeline or narrative discrepancies? (1 Kings 19)
Discussion Questions
1. How does Obadiah's fear of the LORD influence his actions, and what can we learn from this about living faithfully in challenging environments?

2. In what ways can we use our positions of influence to serve God's purposes, as Obadiah did?

3. How does the fear of the LORD manifest in our daily decisions and interactions with others?

4. What are some modern-day examples of being faithful to God in a corrupt or hostile environment, and how can we draw strength from Obadiah's example?

5. How does understanding God's sovereignty in placing us in specific roles or situations encourage us to act with courage and faithfulness?1. How does Elijah's boldness in facing Ahab inspire your own faith journey?

2. How would you have reacted as a bystander on Mount Carmel?

3. What do you think the silence of Baal symbolizes in the contest?

4. How does the outcome of the showdown impact your understanding of the true God?

5. Why do you think Elijah drenched his sacrifice in water before praying to God?

6. How does Elijah's prayer differ from the prayers of Baal’s prophets?

7. How does the miracle of fire from heaven strengthen your faith in God's power?

8. Why do you think the people's declaration of faith in God was so immediate after witnessing the miracle?

9. What does the execution of Baal’s prophets represent in the context of spiritual warfare?

10. How does the sudden end of the drought symbolize God's mercy?

11. What lessons can we take from the differences in how Elijah and the prophets of Baal approached their respective gods?

12. How does Elijah’s relationship with God influence his actions and attitudes in this chapter?

13. In the context of today's world, how can we discern the truth among many conflicting beliefs and ideologies?

14. In times of spiritual drought or crisis, what can we learn from Elijah’s faith and obedience?

15. How can we apply the lessons from this chapter in handling the pressures of conformity in society today?

16. How does God demonstrate His power in your own life, similar to the event on Mount Carmel?

17. How does this chapter challenge you to defend your faith in your personal life?

18. How does the chapter influence your understanding of prophesy and its fulfillment?

19. How does the supernatural enhancement of Elijah's strength influence your perception of God's empowerment?

20. What strategies can you adopt from Elijah when faced with challenges to your faith?

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