2 Kings 4:22
And the woman called her husband and said, "Please send me one of the servants and one of the donkeys, that I may go quickly to the man of God and return."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 4:22?

2. How does 2 Kings 4:22 demonstrate faith in God's provision and timing?

3. What role does urgency play in the Shunammite woman's actions in 2 Kings 4:22?

4. How can we apply the Shunammite's determination to our prayer life today?

5. What scriptural connections exist between 2 Kings 4:22 and other acts of faith?

6. How can we prioritize seeking God's help in times of crisis, like 2 Kings 4:22?

7. Why did the Shunammite woman seek her husband before going to the man of God in 2 Kings 4:22?

8. What does 2 Kings 4:22 reveal about the role of women in biblical times?

9. How does 2 Kings 4:22 illustrate faith in action?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 4?

11. What Old Testament prophecies predict the Messiah?

12. What are the key events in 1 Samuel?

13. How is Jesus represented in each book of the Bible?

14. Why do 2 Chronicles 35 and 2 Kings 23 differ in their accounts of Josiah's death, raising questions about the actual historical events?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the Shunammite woman's response to her situation demonstrate her faith, and how can we apply this in our own lives when facing challenges?

2. In what ways does the account of the Shunammite woman and Elisha parallel other biblical accounts of faith and divine intervention?

3. What can we learn from the Shunammite woman's interaction with her husband about the role of family support in spiritual pursuits?

4. How does the urgency shown by the Shunammite woman in seeking Elisha challenge us to prioritize our spiritual needs and seek God's guidance promptly?

5. How can we identify and seek out "men of God" or spiritual leaders in our own lives to help us grow in faith and navigate difficult situations?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?

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