2 Kings 4:43
But his servant asked, "How am I to set twenty loaves before a hundred men?" "Give it to the people to eat," said Elisha, "for this is what the LORD says: 'They will eat and have some left over.'"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 4:43?

2. How does 2 Kings 4:43 demonstrate God's provision through Elisha's faith?

3. What can we learn about trusting God when resources seem insufficient?

4. How does this miracle connect to Jesus feeding the multitudes in the Gospels?

5. How can we apply Elisha's faith in our daily challenges and needs?

6. What does this passage teach about God's ability to multiply our offerings?

7. How does 2 Kings 4:43 demonstrate God's provision in times of scarcity?

8. What is the significance of Elisha's role in 2 Kings 4:43?

9. How does 2 Kings 4:43 relate to the theme of faith in God's promises?

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

11. What are the key events in Elisha's life?

12. Why is there no external corroboration for the miraculous purifying of the stew (2 Kings 4:38-41)?

13. How could only twenty loaves feed a hundred men (2 Kings 4:42-44) if the story is not embellished?

14. What lessons do Elijah and Elisha teach us?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Elisha's response to his servant's doubt challenge us in our own faith journey?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of God's abundant provision in our daily lives?

3. How does this miracle of multiplication connect with Jesus' feeding of the five thousand, and what does it reveal about God's character?

4. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate trust in God's provision when faced with limited resources?

5. How can we foster a spirit of community and sharing within our church or local community, inspired by this passage?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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