1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 17:21?

2. How does 2 Samuel 17:21 demonstrate God's protection over David's life?

3. What role do messengers play in God's plan in 2 Samuel 17:21?

4. How can we discern and act on God's warnings like David in 2 Samuel?

5. What other biblical examples show God using people to deliver crucial messages?

6. How can we be attentive to God's guidance in our daily decisions?

7. What does 2 Samuel 17:21 reveal about God's protection and guidance for His people?

8. How does 2 Samuel 17:21 demonstrate the importance of timely communication in God's plan?

9. In what ways does 2 Samuel 17:21 highlight the role of human agency in divine plans?

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

11. Who killed Goliath? (1 Samuel 17:49 vs. 2 Samuel 21:19)

12. Who killed Goliath? David (I Samuel 17:23, 50) Elhanan (2 Samuel 21:19)

13. 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?

14. Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath?1. How does David's response to the message reflect his trust in God, and how can we apply this trust in our own lives?

2. In what ways does the account of Ahithophel's counsel remind us of the importance of seeking God's wisdom over human advice?

3. How can we identify and cultivate godly relationships that provide wise counsel in our lives?

4. What does this passage teach us about the urgency of acting on God's guidance, and how can we apply this in our daily decisions?

5. How does the theme of divine providence in this passage encourage us to trust in God's plan, even when circumstances seem dire?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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