1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 23:6?

2. How does Abiathar's ephod symbolize God's guidance in 1 Samuel 23:6?

3. What role does the ephod play in seeking God's will in our lives?

4. How does 1 Samuel 23:6 connect to God's provision in Exodus 28:30?

5. How can we seek God's guidance like David did with the ephod?

6. What does Abiathar's presence with David teach about God's protection and provision?

7. Why did Abiathar bring the ephod to David in 1 Samuel 23:6?

8. How does 1 Samuel 23:6 demonstrate God's guidance through the ephod?

9. What is the significance of the ephod in 1 Samuel 23:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 23?

11. How does God’s guidance through the ephod in 1 Samuel 23 contrast with other Old Testament passages that emphasize prophets rather than priestly objects for divine messages?

12. What does 'ephod' mean?

13. How did David consult the ephod for instant divine guidance in 1 Samuel 23:9–12 when similar direct communication is uncommon elsewhere in the Old Testament?

14. Who was Zadok in the Bible?1. How does Abiathar's decision to bring the ephod to David reflect his understanding of God's will and purpose?

2. In what ways can we seek God's guidance in our own lives, similar to how David used the ephod?

3. How does the account of Abiathar and David encourage us to trust in God's provision during difficult times?

4. What can we learn from the shift of spiritual leadership from Saul to David, and how does this apply to our understanding of God's sovereignty?

5. How do the events in 1 Samuel 23:6 connect with the broader account of God's plan for Israel, and what implications does this have for our faith journey?1. How does David demonstrate his trust in God's guidance throughout this chapter?

2. In what ways does David display leadership despite his challenging circumstances?

3. Compare and contrast Saul and David's approach to God's guidance in their decision making.

4. How can we practically seek God's guidance in our everyday lives, as David did?

5. What are some contemporary examples of being betrayed by those close to us, as the Ziphites betrayed David? How should we respond in these situations?

6. How can you cultivate a relationship like Jonathan and David's in your life? How important is faith in such relationships?

7. How does God's intervention at the last moment (Philistines attacking) highlight His protection over David? Can you think of a time when a seemingly bad event led to your protection?

8. How does David's reaction to adversity influence your understanding of leadership and faith?

9. How does 1 Samuel 23 encourage you to deal with life's trials and tribulations?

10. What lessons can modern leaders learn from David's actions and decisions in this chapter?

11. How does David's rescue of Keilah apply to the idea of service in the face of risk?

12. How can you apply the principles of trust and faith demonstrated in this chapter to your life?

13. What does Jonathan's visit to David teach us about loyalty and friendship?

14. How do Saul’s actions in 1 Samuel 23 reflect his view of God compared to David's view?

15. How can you ensure that God's voice guides your decision-making process?

16. What qualities of David demonstrated in this chapter can you cultivate in your personal and professional life?

17. What is the significance of David and Jonathan's covenant? How does it reflect their relationship and trust in God?

18. What strategies can you employ when you feel like you're in the 'wilderness', similar to David's experiences in this chapter?

19. How can the story of David's deliverance inspire you when you face betrayal or adversity?

20. How can we discern if an opportunity, like Saul thought of David in Keilah, is truly from God or a misunderstanding of circumstances?

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