1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 14:35?

2. How does 1 Samuel 14:35 demonstrate the importance of building altars to God?

3. What can we learn from Saul's actions in 1 Samuel 14:35 about obedience?

4. How does building an altar in 1 Samuel 14:35 connect to worship today?

5. Why is it significant that Saul "built an altar to the LORD" first here?

6. How can we prioritize worship in our daily lives, as seen in 1 Samuel 14:35?

7. Why did Saul build an altar to the LORD in 1 Samuel 14:35?

8. What significance does the first altar built by Saul hold?

9. How does 1 Samuel 14:35 reflect Saul's relationship with God?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 14?

11. Does God change his mind? I Samuel 15:10-11, 15:35, and Genesis 6:6-7 suggest yes, while I Samuel 15:29 suggests no. How do these contradictions reconcile?

12. If Ezekiel 35:5 describes Edom's 'perpetual hatred,' does historical record support such an unbroken hostility?

13. Why does Saul suddenly prophesy (1 Samuel 19:23) despite being portrayed as abandoned by God in earlier chapters?

14. 1 Chronicles 14:2 - Why would God's favor be linked to David's increasing power and multiple wives, despite biblical warnings against polygamy elsewhere?1. What does the act of building an altar signify in the context of Saul's leadership and relationship with God?

2. How can we create "altars" in our own lives to dedicate time and resources to God?

3. In what ways does Saul's action of building an altar compare to other biblical figures who built altars, such as Abraham or Samuel?

4. How does Saul's incomplete obedience to God serve as a warning for us in our spiritual walk?

5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are seeking God's guidance in our daily decisions and challenges?1. How does Jonathan's faith in God influence his actions in this chapter?

2. What do the contrasting actions of Saul and Jonathan teach us about leadership?

3. In what ways does the earthquake symbolize divine intervention?

4. How does Saul's oath impact his army's morale and effectiveness?

5. What can we learn from the people's intervention in saving Jonathan?

6. How does this chapter illustrate the consequences of disobedience?

7. How does Saul's reign, marked by continuous warfare, reflect his leadership?

8. How would you handle a situation where a leader you respect made a decision you disagree with, similar to Jonathan and Saul's situation?

9. What does Jonathan's response to his father's oath teach us about standing up for what is right?

10. If you were in the Israelites' place, famished and following Saul's command, how would you have responded?

11. Can you relate a time when you acted impulsively, like Saul, and faced the consequences? How would you have done things differently?

12. How does Jonathan's faith inspire you in your personal life?

13. What does the Israelites' victory despite being outnumbered teach us about the power of faith?

14. How does this chapter inspire you to consult God in your decisions?

15. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of obedience and disobedience?

16. How does this story illustrate the concept of "divine will vs human will"?

17. How would you handle a situation where a rule or decision was made without your knowledge, and you inadvertently violated it, similar to Jonathan's situation?

18. If you were Saul, how would you have rectified the situation after realizing the mistake with the rash oath?

19. How does this chapter influence your understanding of responsibility as a leader?

20. How can this story be used as a guide when we face difficult decisions in our lives?

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