2 Samuel 24:22
Araunah said to David, "My lord the king may take whatever seems good and offer it up. Here are the oxen for a burnt offering and the threshing sledges and ox yokes for the wood.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 24:22?

2. How does 2 Samuel 24:22 demonstrate sacrificial giving in our own lives?

3. What does Araunah's offer teach about generosity and stewardship?

4. How can we apply Araunah's attitude to our service in the church?

5. Connect 2 Samuel 24:22 with New Testament teachings on cheerful giving.

6. How does this verse challenge our understanding of true worship and sacrifice?

7. Why does Araunah offer everything to King David in 2 Samuel 24:22?

8. What is the significance of Araunah's threshing floor in biblical history?

9. How does 2 Samuel 24:22 reflect themes of sacrifice and worship?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 24?

11. Why is the Temple Mount significant?

12. Who was Araunah the Jebusite in the Bible?

13. How does 1 Chronicles 27's census reconcile with other conflicting census figures in the Bible (e.g., 2 Samuel 24)?

14. (2 Samuel 22) How can we tell which elements of this praise song are meant literally versus those intended as metaphorical or hyperbolic language?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Araunah’s response to David reflect a heart of generosity, and how can we apply this attitude in our own lives?

2. In what ways does David’s insistence on paying for the threshing floor teach us about the nature of true worship?

3. How does the concept of sacrifice in 2 Samuel 24:22 connect to the New Testament understanding of living sacrifices in Romans 12:1?

4. What can we learn from David’s actions about the importance of repentance and obedience in our relationship with God?

5. How does God’s provision in this passage encourage us to trust Him in our own times of need?1. How does David's decision to conduct a census reflect upon his dependence on God? How can this be related to modern-day situations of trusting in human strength versus God's strength?

2. Joab tried to dissuade David from conducting the census. Discuss the importance of wise counsel in our lives and the consequences of dismissing it.

3. Why do you think God gave David a choice in his punishment? What does this teach us about God's character?

4. Reflect on David's choice of punishment. How does it reflect his understanding of God's character? How does this apply to our understanding of God's justice and mercy?

5. Discuss the repercussions of David's decision on the people of Israel. How does this relate to the effects leaders' decisions can have on others today?

6. What does David's response to the divine punishment say about his character? How can we apply his actions to our own lives when we face the consequences of our actions?

7. How does the purchase of Araunah's threshing floor illustrate the principle of sacrificial giving?

8. How does David's insistence on paying Araunah in full reflect on his understanding of sacrifice?

9. Reflect on the significance of David's statement, "I will not offer to the LORD my God burnt offerings that cost me nothing." How does this relate to the concept of sacrifice in our lives today?

10. Discuss how the theme of repentance is portrayed in this chapter. How does this challenge or encourage your personal journey of faith?

11. Discuss how the concept of 'Divine Decree and Human Contrition' plays out in this chapter and its relevance in our lives today.

12. How does this chapter demonstrate the sovereignty of God?

13. What can we learn from David's prayer of intercession?

14. How does God's action of halting the plague after David's sacrifices speak to His character and His relationship with humanity?

15. In what ways can we apply the lessons from this chapter to our personal life, community, or leadership role?

16. Discuss the significance of David's final actions in the book of Samuel.

17. What aspects of God's mercy and justice are revealed in this chapter?

18. How does David's story in this chapter encourage you in times of personal failure and seeking forgiveness?

19. In what ways does this chapter challenge our understanding of obedience and trust in God?

20. Reflect on how the overarching theme of divine will and human action in this chapter can guide our actions and decisions today.

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