And Elisha declared, "At this time next year, you will hold a son in your arms." "No, my lord," she said. "Do not lie to your maidservant, O man of God." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 4:16? 2. How does 2 Kings 4:16 demonstrate God's power to fulfill promises today? 3. What can we learn about faith from the Shunammite woman's response? 4. How does this verse connect with God's promises to Sarah in Genesis 18:10? 5. In what ways can we trust God's timing in our own lives? 6. How can we support others in believing God's promises like Elisha did? 7. How does 2 Kings 4:16 demonstrate God's power over human circumstances and limitations? 8. What does 2 Kings 4:16 reveal about God's promises and their fulfillment? 9. How does the Shunammite woman's response in 2 Kings 4:16 reflect faith or doubt? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 4? 11. How does the resurrection of the Shunammite's son (2 Kings 4:18-37) align with or contradict other biblical resurrection accounts? 12. How can 2 Kings 16:3 be reconciled with a supposedly just God if Ahaz is recorded as sacrificing his own son? 13. How could the widow's oil multiply endlessly (2 Kings 4:1-7) without violating natural laws? 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? Discussion Questions 1. How does the Shunammite woman's initial reaction to Elisha's prophecy reflect common human responses to seemingly impossible promises from God?2. In what ways can we practice hospitality in our own lives, and how might this open us to receiving God's blessings? 3. How does the account of the Shunammite woman encourage us to trust in God's timing, especially when waiting for answers to our prayers? 4. What role do spiritual leaders play in our lives today, and how can we discern true messages from God through them? 5. How can we strengthen our faith to believe in God's power to perform miracles in our lives, as seen in the account of the Shunammite woman?1. How does the widow's story in verses 1-7 encourage us to trust in God's provision during desperate times? 2. What lessons can we learn from the Shunammite woman's hospitality towards Elisha? 3. How does the restoration of the Shunammite's son reflect God's power over life and death? 4. Discuss the significance of faith and patience in seeing God's miracles, as seen in the chapter. 5. How can we apply the lessons learned from the miracle of the poisonous stew in our everyday lives? 6. What does Elisha's response to the poisonous stew teach us about dealing with unexpected crises? 7. How does the multiplication of loaves illustrate God's ability to provide abundantly? 8. How does Elisha's life encourage you in your walk of faith? 9. What role does prayer play in the miracles performed by Elisha? 10. How would you respond if you were in the widow's situation today? 11. How does the Shunammite woman's response to her son's death reflect her faith in God's power? 12. If you were Gehazi, how would you react to Elisha's instructions and the miracles you witnessed? 13. How does this chapter challenge our perception of what is possible with God? 14. How can we cultivate the same kind of faith and trust in God demonstrated by Elisha? 15. What does this chapter teach us about God's timing in answering our prayers? 16. How can we demonstrate the same level of hospitality shown by the Shunammite woman in our modern society? 17. How does Elisha's response to the Shunammite woman's kindness reflect God's desire to bless those who bless others? 18. What strategies can we apply today to ensure we don't run out of faith during times of uncertainty, much like the widow's jar of oil? 19. Discuss the importance of obedience as exemplified by Elisha's instructions in the various miracles. 20. How can we apply the principles we've learned from this chapter in dealing with personal crises, setbacks or financial difficulties today? Links 2 Kings 4:16 NIV2 Kings 4:16 NLT 2 Kings 4:16 ESV 2 Kings 4:16 NASB 2 Kings 4:16 KJV 2 Kings 4:16 Commentaries Bible Hub |



