Judges 15:10
"Why have you attacked us?" said the men of Judah. The Philistines replied, "We have come to arrest Samson and pay him back for what he has done to us."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 15:10?

2. How does Judges 15:10 illustrate the consequences of broken promises and revenge?

3. What can we learn about God's justice from Judges 15:10's events?

4. How does Judges 15:10 connect to Romans 12:19 on vengeance?

5. How should Christians respond to conflict, based on Judges 15:10's narrative?

6. What role does forgiveness play in preventing cycles of revenge, as seen in Judges 15:10?

7. Why did the Philistines seek to capture Samson in Judges 15:10?

8. How does Judges 15:10 reflect the conflict between Israelites and Philistines?

9. What does Judges 15:10 reveal about the nature of vengeance in biblical times?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 15?

11. How do these supernatural elements in Judges 15 align or conflict with other biblical passages or historical sources describing similar events?

12. What are the genealogies and reigns of Israel's leaders?

13. In Judges 15:4, how could Samson realistically capture 300 foxes and tie torches to their tails without them escaping or injuring him?

14. What riddles are found in the Bible?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fear of the men of Judah reflect our own fears when facing opposition, and how can we overcome this fear with faith?

2. In what ways does the cycle of vengeance seen in Samson's account manifest in our lives today, and how can we apply Romans 12:19 to break this cycle?

3. How does Samson's leadership compare to the leadership qualities described in 1 Timothy 3, and what can we learn from this comparison?

4. Reflect on a time when God used an imperfect situation or person in your life to accomplish His purposes. How does this encourage you in your walk with God?

5. How can we, as modern-day believers, ensure that our actions align with God's will rather than personal vendettas or desires?1. How does Samson's reaction to his wife's betrayal reveal his character?

2. Compare and contrast the actions of the Philistines and the men of Judah. What does this tell you about their fear and their faith?

3. Samson managed to kill 1,000 men with a donkey's jawbone. What does this event suggest about the source of true power?

4. Why did Samson cry out to God after his victory over the Philistines? How does this show his dependence on God?

5. In what ways does God's provision of water for Samson demonstrate His care for His people?

6. How do you interpret the cycle of retribution present in this chapter? What does it reveal about the consequences of actions?

7. How would you apply the lessons from Samson's story to your life when faced with betrayal or injustice?

8. How does God's intervention in Samson's life encourage you in your personal journey?

9. How can we reconcile Samson's violent actions with his role as a judge of Israel?

10. How does Judges 15 challenge or confirm your understanding of God's character and His ways?

11. How would you handle a situation where you are wronged, similar to Samson's betrayal by his wife?

12. What does this chapter teach us about the consequences of anger and the desire for revenge?

13. How can we find strength in our faith during times of great trial as Samson did?

14. How would you respond if you were in the position of the men of Judah, caught between fear of the Philistines and loyalty to a fellow Israelite?

15. In what ways does Samson's journey reflect the larger story of the Israelites during this period?

16. What do Samson's actions reveal about his understanding of his divine calling?

17. How does God's provision of water from a rock reflect on His ability to provide for us in our current circumstances?

18. How does the story of Samson's supernatural strength encourage you in your own struggles?

19. In what ways can we see God's mercy in the midst of Samson's violent confrontations?

20. How does the narrative of Samson inform your understanding of God's involvement in the struggles of His people, and how can we apply this to our lives today?

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