The donkey saw me and turned away from me these three times. If she had not turned away, then by now I would surely have killed you and let her live." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 22:33? 2. How does Numbers 22:33 illustrate God's protection through unexpected means? 3. What lessons can we learn from Balaam's encounter with the angel? 4. How does Balaam's story connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 about trusting God? 5. In what ways can we remain attentive to God's guidance in our lives? 6. How can we apply the patience shown by the angel in our interactions? 7. Why did the angel of the LORD oppose Balaam in Numbers 22:33? 8. How does Numbers 22:33 illustrate God's control over human actions? 9. What is the significance of the donkey speaking in Numbers 22:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 22? 11. How can a donkey speak in Numbers 22:28-30 without contradicting the known biological limitations of animals? 12. In 1 Kings 13:24-28, how can we reconcile the lion's unnatural behavior with known animal instincts? 13. If God inspired the Bible, why does it include scientific errors (e.g., a flat Earth in Isaiah 40:22, talking donkeys in Numbers 22:28-30)? 14. Why did Balaam's donkey speak to him? Discussion Questions 1. How does the account of Balaam and his donkey challenge us to be more attentive to God's guidance in our daily lives?2. In what ways can we cultivate spiritual discernment to avoid the kind of blindness Balaam experienced? 3. Reflect on a time when God used an unexpected person or situation to communicate His will to you. How did you respond? 4. How does Balaam's account illustrate the dangers of prioritizing personal gain over obedience to God? 5. What steps can we take to ensure that our actions align with God's sovereign purposes, even when faced with external pressures?1. Why did Balak feel threatened by the Israelites? How do you respond when you feel threatened? 2. What does Balak's act of reaching out to Balaam suggest about his belief system? 3. How did Balaam respond to the messengers initially? What does this tell us about his character? 4. Discuss the significance of Balaam seeking God’s counsel before making a decision. 5. How does God's reaction to Balaam's decision to go with Balak's men explore the tension between free will and divine will? 6. In what ways does Balaam's donkey demonstrate wisdom and insight that Balaam lacks? 7. What is the significance of the donkey speaking? What does this teach us about divine intervention? 8. How does the angel’s rebuke of Balaam explore themes of justice and humility? 9. Why does God eventually allow Balaam to go with Balak's men? How does this relate to our understanding of God's plans? 10. How does Balaam's interaction with the angel shift his perception of his journey? 11. Discuss the role of divine intervention in Balaam's journey. How does God intervene in our lives today? 12. How does the story of Balaam teach us to discern between our desires and God's will? 13. What does Balaam's experience teach us about the power of our words and blessings? 14. How can we apply the lesson of only speaking God's words in our daily lives? 15. What lessons about repentance and humility can we learn from Balaam's encounter with the angel? 16. In modern times, how can we identify when we are like Balaam, more focused on our desires than on God's plan? 17. In what ways are we sometimes like Balaam's donkey, seeing God's message when others don't? 18. How can we ensure our actions align with God's will, as opposed to our personal desires or the expectations of others? 19. In what ways does the story of Balaam resonate with you personally? 20. How can you apply the lessons from this story to your current life circumstances? Links Numbers 22:33 NIVNumbers 22:33 NLT Numbers 22:33 ESV Numbers 22:33 NASB Numbers 22:33 KJV Numbers 22:33 Commentaries Bible Hub |



