Judges 17:6
In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 17:6?

2. How does Judges 17:6 illustrate the dangers of moral relativism in society?

3. What are the consequences when "everyone did what was right in his own eyes"?

4. How can we ensure God's authority guides our actions, unlike in Judges 17:6?

5. Compare Judges 17:6 with Proverbs 14:12. What insights do these verses provide?

6. How can we promote God's truth in a culture of subjective morality today?

7. How does Judges 17:6 reflect the consequences of moral relativism in society?

8. What does Judges 17:6 reveal about the need for divine guidance and leadership?

9. How does the absence of a king in Judges 17:6 relate to spiritual anarchy?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 17?

11. Does the narrative of Micah’s idol in Judges 17 undermine the unifying worship practices supposedly central to Israel’s faith at that time?

12. What is the writing date of the Book of Judges?

13. What is the writing date of the Book of Judges?

14. (Judges 10:4) How feasible is it that Jair had thirty sons, all uniquely ruling thirty cities with their own donkeys?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the absence of a king in Israel during the time of Judges reflect the spiritual state of the nation, and what can we learn from this about the importance of godly leadership in our lives?

2. In what ways do we see moral relativism in today's society, and how can we, as Christians, uphold God's standard of truth in our daily lives?

3. How does Micah's creation of a shrine and idols serve as a warning against idolatry, and what are some modern-day idols that we need to be cautious of?

4. How can we ensure that we are not doing what is right in our own eyes but are instead aligning our actions with God's will as revealed in Scripture?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a decision and were tempted to rely on your own understanding. How did seeking God's guidance through prayer and Scripture change the outcome?1. How does Micah's story illustrate the effects of moral relativism?

2. Compare Micah's actions in creating his personal form of worship to modern day practices. Are there ways today we may distort God's commands to suit personal preferences?

3. How does Micah's mother's reaction to the return of the stolen silver reflect her understanding of God and His laws?

4. What can we learn from the consequences of Micah's and his mother's idolatry?

5. How might Micah's interpretation of having a Levite priest as a sign of blessing be misleading?

6. How does this chapter illustrate the dangers of misunderstanding or misusing religious symbols or offices, like the ephod and priesthood?

7. Why was it wrong for Micah to ordain his own priest?

8. How does Micah's story warn against the consequences of religious improvisation?

9. How can the church today guard against a similar distortion of faith and practice?

10. How does the story of Micah relate to the broader context of the Israelites' struggle to obey God's laws during the time of the Judges?

11. What does this passage teach us about the importance of proper teaching and understanding in maintaining true worship?

12. How can you apply the lessons from Micah's story to your personal life?

13. In what ways do you see people today creating their own versions of religion or spirituality to suit their own preferences?

14. How can we ensure that our worship and obedience is aligned with God's instructions and not our own interpretations?

15. What is the difference between true worship and false practices? How can we discern between the two in our own lives?

16. How does this chapter illustrate the interconnectedness of societal morality and personal faith?

17. Discuss the role of the Levite in this chapter. What does his willingness to serve as Micah's priest say about the spiritual climate of the time?

18. In what ways could we, like Micah, be misguided in thinking we are blessed?

19. How does this story emphasize the need for spiritual discernment in recognizing the true source of our blessings?

20. What steps can you take to ensure your understanding of God's commandments is not distorted or influenced by cultural or personal preferences?

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