1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 17:9?

2. How does 2 Samuel 17:9 illustrate God's protection over His anointed?

3. What strategies can we use to discern God's guidance in difficult situations?

4. How does David's experience in 2 Samuel 17:9 connect to Psalm 23?

5. How can we apply David's trust in God to our personal challenges today?

6. What does 2 Samuel 17:9 teach about the importance of seeking wise counsel?

7. What does 2 Samuel 17:9 reveal about God's protection over David?

8. How does 2 Samuel 17:9 demonstrate divine intervention in human plans?

9. Why is the imagery of a "pit" significant in 2 Samuel 17:9?

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

11. Who was Amasa in the Bible?

12. How did Absalom become caught by his head or hair in the oak tree (2 Samuel 18:9), and does this detail conflict with scientific plausibility?

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. 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?1. How does David's experience of hiding in caves reflect his relationship with God, and how can we apply this to our own times of trouble?

2. In what ways does the counsel of Hushai demonstrate the importance of seeking godly wisdom in our decision-making?

3. How can we see God's sovereignty at work in the events of 2 Samuel 17, and how does this encourage us in our own lives?

4. What lessons can we learn from Absalom's rebellion about the dangers of pride and the importance of humility?

5. How can we incorporate prayer into our daily lives as a means of seeking God's protection and guidance, as David did?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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