So the Moabites said to the elders of Midian, "This horde will devour everything around us, as an ox licks up the grass of the field." Since Balak son of Zippor was king of Moab at that time, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 22:4? 2. How can we trust God when facing threats like Moab feared Israel's presence? 3. What does Numbers 22:4 teach about relying on God's protection over fear? 4. How does Moab's fear compare to Israel's trust in God in Exodus 14? 5. How can we avoid acting out of fear like Moab did in Numbers 22:4? 6. What strategies can Christians use to seek God's guidance in challenging situations? 7. Why did Balak fear the Israelites in Numbers 22:4? 8. How does Numbers 22:4 reflect God's protection over Israel? 9. What historical evidence supports the events in Numbers 22:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 22? 11. Who was Balak in the Bible? 12. Numbers 31:15-16: Why is Balaam's influence singled out as the sole reason for divine judgment on Midian, given previous chapters mention other deeds? 13. 2 Peter 2:15 references Balaam; are there inconsistencies compared to his Old Testament narrative in Numbers 22-24? 14. Why does the angel appear to the donkey first rather than Balaam in Numbers 22:23-25, suggesting the animal has greater insight than the prophet? Discussion Questions 1. How does the fear of the Moabites towards Israel reflect the spiritual reality of God's presence with His people today?2. In what ways can we ensure that our perceptions align with God's truth rather than fear or misconceptions? 3. What can we learn from Balak's decision to seek counsel from the Midianite elders, and how can we apply this in seeking godly advice in our lives? 4. How does understanding God's sovereignty help us respond to opposition or fear from others? 5. How can we actively intercede for those who may fear or oppose us, and what biblical principles guide this intercession?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 22:4 NIVNumbers 22:4 NLT Numbers 22:4 ESV Numbers 22:4 NASB Numbers 22:4 KJV Numbers 22:4 Commentaries Bible Hub |



