1 Samuel 17:58
"Whose son are you, young man?" asked Saul. "I am the son of your servant Jesse of Bethlehem," David replied.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 17:58?

2. How does David's response in 1 Samuel 17:58 demonstrate humility and obedience?

3. What can we learn from David's identity in 1 Samuel 17:58 for our lives?

4. How does 1 Samuel 17:58 connect to God's sovereignty in choosing leaders?

5. How can David's example in 1 Samuel 17:58 inspire our daily faithfulness?

6. What role does family background play in God's plan, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:58?

7. Why does Saul not recognize David in 1 Samuel 17:58 despite earlier encounters?

8. How does 1 Samuel 17:58 reflect on David's identity and future role as king?

9. What does Saul's question in 1 Samuel 17:58 reveal about his leadership and memory?

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

11. Who was Jesse in the Bible?

12. What is David's birthplace?

13. In 1 Samuel 16:1-3, why does God instruct Samuel to conceal his true purpose from Saul, seemingly endorsing deception?

14. Who is the mother of David?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's response to Saul reflect his understanding of his identity and purpose? How can we apply this understanding to our own lives?

2. In what ways does the account of David and Goliath encourage us to trust in God's power rather than our own abilities?

3. How does the lineage of David, as mentioned in this verse, connect to the broader account of God's plan for salvation through Jesus Christ?

4. What can we learn from David's humility in acknowledging his father as a servant, and how can this attitude be reflected in our daily interactions?

5. How does the setting of Bethlehem in this account foreshadow its significance in the New Testament, and what does this teach us about God's faithfulness to His promises?1. How does David's confidence in facing Goliath demonstrate his faith in God?

2. What lessons can be drawn from Saul's initial reaction to David's willingness to fight Goliath?

3. Why does David reject Saul's armor? What might this signify spiritually?

4. David's brothers were skeptical of his abilities. Have you faced a similar situation in your life, and how did you handle it?

5. Why is David's choice of weapon significant?

6. Goliath underestimated David due to his youth and lack of armor. How does society today underestimate the abilities of certain groups, and how can this be addressed?

7. How does David's victory over Goliath encourage us in facing our own 'Goliaths'?

8. Why do you think God chose a shepherd boy to defeat a seasoned warrior?

9. How can David's faith and courage inspire us to confront our fears in our daily lives?

10. What role does humility play in this story, and how can we apply this lesson to our lives?

11. How can this narrative inspire us to maintain faith even in seemingly insurmountable challenges?

12. In what ways does David's triumph over Goliath serve as a metaphor for Christ's victory over sin?

13. Why do you think Saul asked about David's lineage after the battle?

14. Why did David take five stones when he only needed one to defeat Goliath?

15. How does David's speech to Goliath before the battle demonstrate his faith and courage?

16. How can the story of David and Goliath guide us in facing challenges in our current society?

17. How does God use unlikely individuals for His purpose according to this story?

18. In the modern world, who are some of the "Goliaths" that Christians face, and how can we apply David's approach to confront them?

19. How does David's victory over Goliath illustrate the biblical principle of spiritual warfare?

20. How can you cultivate a faith like David's in your personal life and relationships?

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