1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 22:6?

2. How does 1 Kings 22:6 illustrate the danger of seeking worldly counsel?

3. What can we learn about discernment from the prophets' advice in 1 Kings 22:6?

4. How does 1 Kings 22:6 compare to Proverbs 11:14 on seeking guidance?

5. How can we ensure our decisions align with God's will, unlike Ahab's?

6. What role does prayer play in seeking God's guidance, as seen in 1 Kings 22?

7. Why did Ahab seek advice from 400 prophets in 1 Kings 22:6?

8. How does 1 Kings 22:6 reflect on the reliability of prophetic counsel?

9. What does 1 Kings 22:6 reveal about the nature of false prophecy?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 22?

11. In 1 Kings 22:6–8, why does Ahab distrust Micaiah’s prophecies but still seek his counsel?

12. In 1 Kings 22:19–23, how can a just and holy God send a “lying spirit” to deceive Ahab’s prophets?

13. In 2 Samuel 17:1–4, is there any archaeological evidence or external record supporting Ahithophel’s plan to immediately strike David, or is this strategy purely literary?

14. Who was Micaiah in the Bible?1. What criteria can we use to discern whether a prophet or teacher is truly speaking from God?

2. How can we ensure that the counsel we seek aligns with God's will rather than our own desires?

3. In what ways can ungodly alliances impact our spiritual journey, and how can we guard against them?

4. How does the account of Ahab and the false prophets challenge us to examine the sources of our own guidance and decision-making?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a decision and sought counsel. How did you determine whether the advice you received was in line with God's Word?1. Why do you think Ahab ignored Micaiah's prophecy? Can you relate this to present-day situations where people ignore warnings to their detriment?

2. How did Jehoshaphat's decision to seek further prophetic counsel reflect his relationship with God? How can this be applied in making decisions today?

3. Reflect on the role of the false prophets in this story. How can we discern the truth amidst falsehoods in our lives?

4. What does the fulfillment of Micaiah's prophecy reveal about God's nature and his words?

5. Discuss the impact of Ahab's death on Israel. How does leadership affect a nation or a community?

6. How do you reconcile the fact that a random arrow struck King Ahab? Was it pure chance or divine intervention?

7. Why do you think Jehoshaphat allied with Ahab despite knowing his evil practices? Discuss the implications of forming alliances without discernment.

8. How can the account of Micaiah's courage in proclaiming the truth inspire us to stand firm in our convictions, especially when they go against popular opinion?

9. What lessons can modern-day leaders learn from the contrasting reigns of Jehoshaphat and Ahab?

10. Discuss the concept of divine judgment as seen in this chapter. How does this apply in our understanding of justice and consequences?

11. How does Micaiah’s experience in jail speak to standing firm in the face of persecution for righteousness' sake?

12. What can we learn about humility and obedience from the unnamed soldier who shot the fatal arrow?

13. In what ways can pride be seen as a destructive factor in King Ahab's life?

14. How does this chapter emphasize the importance of prayer and seeking God's counsel before making decisions?

15. How do you think Jehoshaphat felt after the death of Ahab, given that he ignored Micaiah's prophecy as well?

16. How would you have acted differently if you were in Ahab or Jehoshaphat's place?

17. How can the story of King Ahab's downfall serve as a warning for us today?

18. Compare the leadership styles of Ahab and Jehoshaphat. How does their approach to seeking God's guidance affect their respective kingdoms?

19. How do you think the false prophets felt when their prophecies didn't come true?

20. If you were Micaiah, would you have acted differently? If so, how?

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