1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 28:10?

2. How does Saul's oath in 1 Samuel 28:10 reflect his spiritual desperation?

3. What does Saul's oath reveal about his understanding of God's law?

4. How does 1 Samuel 28:10 connect to Deuteronomy 18:10-12 on divination?

5. What can we learn about seeking guidance from God versus other sources?

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

7. Why did Saul swear an oath to the medium in 1 Samuel 28:10?

8. How does 1 Samuel 28:10 align with biblical prohibitions against consulting mediums?

9. What does Saul's oath in 1 Samuel 28:10 reveal about his spiritual state?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 28?

11. How can 1 Chronicles 10's account that Saul died by falling on his own sword (1 Chronicles 10:4) be reconciled with 2 Samuel 1:10, where an Amalekite claims to have killed him?

12. If necromancy is condemned (Deut. 18:9-12), how can 1 Samuel 28:7-25 portray Saul successfully consulting a medium?

13. Why does 1 Chronicles 10:13 emphasize Saul's death as punishment for consulting a medium, when 1 Samuel 31 attributes his defeat primarily to the Philistine assault?

14. 2 Samuel 4:8-11 - How can David both punish the men for killing Ishbosheth and still claim God's hand in his rise to power without contradiction?1. What does Saul's decision to consult a medium reveal about his spiritual state and relationship with God?

2. How does Saul's oath in 1 Samuel 28:10 reflect a misunderstanding or misuse of God's name and authority?

3. In what ways can desperation lead us to compromise our faith, and how can we guard against this?

4. How do the prohibitions against necromancy in Leviticus and Deuteronomy apply to modern-day practices and beliefs?

5. Reflect on a time when you sought guidance. How can James 1:5 encourage you to seek wisdom from God in future decisions?1. Why do you think God chose not to respond to Saul's pleas?

2. How does Saul's spiritual desperation reflect in his actions? Can you recall any moment in your life when you felt similar desperation?

3. What are the dangers of seeking spiritual guidance outside of God, as Saul did?

4. How does this chapter illustrate the consequences of disobedience to God's commands?

5. In what ways does the character of the Witch of Endor defy expectations?

6. How does the prophecy of Samuel highlight the sovereignty of God over life and death?

7. Saul was rejected by God for his disobedience. How can we ensure obedience in our lives to avoid such consequences?

8. How does Saul's fear manifest throughout the chapter? How does it affect his judgment?

9. How do you interpret the witch's act of kindness in feeding Saul and his servants? What does it teach about compassion?

10. How does the prophecy from Samuel affect Saul's morale and his mindset? What might this suggest about the power of words and prophecies?

11. If you were in Saul's position, what would you have done differently?

12. How might this chapter serve as a warning for believers in the present day?

13. In a contemporary context, what might be considered similar to Saul consulting the medium?

14. How should we handle moments when it seems like God isn't answering our prayers?

15. Discuss how this chapter presents human fear and uncertainty. How can we navigate through our fears in our spiritual journey?

16. How can one uphold their faith in situations where God seems silent?

17. In the modern world, we often face choices similar to Saul's. How can we ensure we make choices in line with God's will in our lives?

18. Discuss the role of prophets in biblical times using Samuel as an example. What can we learn from them today?

19. What lessons can we learn from Saul's downfall for our spiritual journey?

20. This chapter depicts the outcomes of spiritual desperation. How can we prevent ourselves from reaching a state of spiritual desperation?

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