1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 28:14?

2. How does 1 Samuel 28:14 illustrate the consequences of disobedience to God?

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

4. How does this verse connect to Deuteronomy 18:10-12's warning against divination?

5. How can we ensure our decisions align with God's will today?

6. What steps can we take to trust God in times of uncertainty?

7. How could Samuel appear if he was dead in 1 Samuel 28:14?

8. Does 1 Samuel 28:14 support the existence of an afterlife?

9. Why did God allow Saul to consult a medium in 1 Samuel 28:14?

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

11. Is there any archaeological or extra-biblical evidence confirming the battle site and the events described in 1 Samuel 14?

12. How does the narrative explain Samuel’s apparent reappearance if 1 Samuel 28:14–20 implies he was genuinely summoned from the dead?

13. Job 30:23 – If Job believes God will bring him to death, how does this align or conflict with the broader theology of afterlife or resurrection found elsewhere in Scripture?

14. How did King Saul die? (1 Samuel 31:4-6 vs. 2 Samuel 1:8-10)1. What does Saul's decision to consult a medium reveal about his spiritual state and relationship with God?

2. How can we ensure that we seek guidance from God rather than turning to worldly or forbidden sources?

3. In what ways can fear influence our decision-making, and how can we combat this with faith?

4. How does Saul's reverence for Samuel, even after death, challenge us to respect and adhere to biblical teachings?

5. Reflect on a time when disobedience led to negative consequences in your life. How can you learn from Saul's account to make better choices in the future?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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