1 Kings 19:19
So Elijah departed and found Elisha son of Shaphat. He was plowing with twelve teams of oxen, and he was with the twelfth team. Elijah passed by him and threw his cloak around him.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 19:19?

2. How does Elisha's response in 1 Kings 19:19 demonstrate obedience to God's call?

3. What can we learn from Elijah's actions in 1 Kings 19:19 about mentorship?

4. How does Elisha's commitment compare to Jesus' call to "follow Me" in Matthew 4:19?

5. In what ways can we "leave the oxen" to follow God's purpose today?

6. How does Elisha's immediate response inspire our own readiness to serve God?

7. Why did Elijah choose Elisha as his successor in 1 Kings 19:19?

8. What is the significance of Elisha's response to Elijah's call in 1 Kings 19:19?

9. How does 1 Kings 19:19 illustrate the concept of divine calling?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 19?

11. What are the key events in Elisha's life?

12. Should the dead bury their own dead?

13. What does the Bible say about Christian mentoring?

14. Jeremiah 1:6–7 – How could Jeremiah’s youth and inexperience align with earlier Israelite traditions regarding prophets?
Discussion Questions
1. What does the act of Elijah throwing his cloak over Elisha signify, and how can we recognize God's calling in our own lives?

2. How does Elisha's immediate response to Elijah's call challenge us in our willingness to follow God's direction?

3. In what ways can we prepare ourselves to be ready for God's call, even in the midst of our daily routines?

4. How does the relationship between Elijah and Elisha inform our understanding of mentorship and discipleship in the Christian life?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to leave something behind to follow God's leading. How did that experience shape your faith journey?1. How does Elijah's response to Jezebel's threat reveal his humanity and vulnerability?

2. What do the angel's intervention and provision during Elijah's despair teach us about God's care?

3. Why do you think God chose to speak to Elijah through a gentle whisper instead of grand natural phenomena?

4. Compare Elijah's state of mind before and after his encounter with God at Mount Horeb. What changed?

5. How does Elisha's immediate response to God's call challenge your understanding of obedience?

6. What does the presence of 7000 faithful in Israel indicate about the remnant of God in a society where idolatry prevails?

7. How can Elijah's journey to Mount Horeb be metaphorically applied to your spiritual journey?

8. What life situations have made you feel like Elijah—alone and despondent? How did God respond?

9. How does this chapter highlight the significance of listening in our relationship with God?

10. If you were in Elijah's position, how would you have reacted to the threats from Jezebel?

11. In what ways can you relate to Elijah's fear and despair? How can his story bring you comfort?

12. Discuss a time in your life when you experienced God's provision like Elijah in the wilderness.

13. How does the concept of God speaking through a "gentle whisper" apply to your life?

14. Reflect on a time when you've felt alone in your faith. How does Elijah's story speak to those experiences?

15. How does the commissioning of Elisha, Hazael, and Jehu demonstrate God’s plan's continuity?

16. Can you think of modern "idols" that might lead people away from faith today? How can we remain faithful like the 7000 in Israel?

17. How can the stories of Elijah and Elisha guide your responses to fear and uncertainty in today's world?

18. Discuss the role of obedience in your own spiritual journey, drawing inspiration from Elisha's immediate response.

19. How can you apply the lessons from God's care for Elijah during his despair to modern day crises (e.g., COVID-19)?

20. How does Elijah's transformation in this chapter inspire you in your personal or spiritual development?

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