So she set out and went to the man of God at Mount Carmel. When the man of God saw her at a distance, he said to his servant Gehazi, "Look, there is the Shunammite woman. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 4:25? 2. How does 2 Kings 4:25 demonstrate faith in seeking God's prophet for help? 3. What can we learn about urgency in approaching God from 2 Kings 4:25? 4. How does Elisha's response in 2 Kings 4:25 reflect God's readiness to help? 5. How can we apply the Shunammite woman's determination in our prayer life today? 6. What other biblical examples show seeking God's guidance through His prophets or leaders? 7. Why did the Shunammite woman seek Elisha in 2 Kings 4:25 despite her son's death? 8. How does 2 Kings 4:25 demonstrate faith in God's prophets? 9. What cultural significance does Mount Carmel hold in 2 Kings 4:25? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 4? 11. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) 12. Why do the numbers listed in 2 Chronicles 9:25 about Solomon's horses and chariots differ from related passages like 1 Kings 4:26? 13. Why does 1 Kings 4:26 mention 40,000 stalls for Solomon's horses, while 2 Chronicles 9:25 records only 4,000? 14. How did King Ahab's wickedness reveal his weakness? Discussion Questions 1. What does the Shunammite woman's journey to Mount Carmel teach us about the nature of faith and action in our own lives?2. How can we apply the principle of seeking godly counsel in our current situations, and who are the "Elishas" in our lives today? 3. In what ways does Mount Carmel serve as a symbol of divine encounter in your personal spiritual journey? 4. How can we serve as intermediaries like Gehazi in our communities, facilitating others' encounters with God? 5. Reflect on a time when perseverance in faith led to a breakthrough in your life. How does the Shunammite woman's account inspire you to continue persevering?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 4:25 NIV2 Kings 4:25 NLT 2 Kings 4:25 ESV 2 Kings 4:25 NASB 2 Kings 4:25 KJV 2 Kings 4:25 Commentaries Bible Hub |



