1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 17:20?

2. How does 2 Samuel 17:20 demonstrate God's protection over His chosen servants?

3. What can we learn about divine intervention from 2 Samuel 17:20?

4. How does 2 Samuel 17:20 connect with God's faithfulness in Psalm 91:4?

5. How can we apply the lesson of divine protection in our daily lives?

6. What role does truth play in the unfolding events of 2 Samuel 17:20?

7. Why did the woman mislead Absalom's servants in 2 Samuel 17:20?

8. How does 2 Samuel 17:20 reflect on the theme of loyalty and deception?

9. What historical context explains the events in 2 Samuel 17:20?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 17?

11. Who was Ahimaaz in the Bible?

12. How realistic is the swift exchange of secret messages in 2 Samuel 17:15-21, given the distance and security risks involved in ancient Israel?

13. If Hushai's counsel (2 Samuel 17:7-14) was so clearly delayed and risky, why would Absalom reject Ahithophel's seemingly superior military advice without further scrutiny?

14. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)?1. How does the account of the woman protecting Ahimaaz and Jonathan challenge or affirm your understanding of moral decisions in difficult situations?

2. In what ways can you see God’s providence at work in your own life, similar to how He protected Ahimaaz and Jonathan?

3. How does the loyalty of Ahimaaz and Jonathan to King David inspire you in your own commitments and relationships?

4. What lessons can we learn from the unnamed woman’s courage and quick thinking, and how can we apply these lessons in our daily lives?

5. How do other biblical accounts of protection and deliverance, such as Rahab’s account, enhance your understanding of God’s faithfulness and sovereignty?1. Compare and contrast Ahithophel's and Hushai's counsel. How does their advice reflect their characters and loyalties?

2. How can you see God's providence at work in this chapter? Identify specific instances.

3. How do the decisions made by Ahithophel and Hushai reflect on their understanding of leadership and power?

4. How does Absalom evaluate the advice he receives? What does this tell us about his character?

5. Ahithophel commits suicide when his advice is not taken. What does this tell us about his character and his faith in God?

6. How can we trust in God's providence in our own lives, especially when facing adversarial situations?

7. What can we learn from David's trust in God despite being pursued by his own son?

8. In today's world, how can we discern when to follow certain advice or reject it?

9. What practical lessons can we draw from the woman in Bahurim's act of quick thinking and bravery?

10. What does this chapter teach us about the consequences of our choices and actions?

11. How does this chapter inform our understanding of justice and mercy in the Biblical context?

12. How would you respond to a situation where someone used deceit for a good cause, similar to Hushai's strategy?

13. What does the provision for David's troops teach us about community support in times of crisis?

14. In the face of seemingly overwhelming opposition, how can we cultivate a heart like David's, trusting in God's deliverance?

15. How does Hushai's loyalty to David inspire you to loyalty in your relationships?

16. How does this chapter speak to the Christian understanding of divine justice?

17. How can we apply the principle of "waiting on the Lord's deliverance" in our own lives?

18. What steps can we take to make wise decisions when we receive conflicting advice, as Absalom did?

19. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of life's trials and God's providence?

20. How can the story of 2 Samuel 17 inspire our prayers in times of personal crisis?

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