The elders of Moab and Midian departed with the fees for divination in hand. They came to Balaam and relayed to him the words of Balak. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 22:7? 2. How does Numbers 22:7 illustrate the dangers of seeking ungodly counsel? 3. What role does wealth play in influencing decisions, according to Numbers 22:7? 4. How can we discern God's will when faced with enticing offers? 5. Compare Numbers 22:7 with Proverbs 11:14 on seeking guidance. What insights emerge? 6. How should Christians respond to worldly temptations similar to those in Numbers 22:7? 7. Why did Balak send money to Balaam in Numbers 22:7? 8. Does Numbers 22:7 suggest that prophecy can be bought? 9. How does Numbers 22:7 reflect on the nature of divine messages? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 22? 11. Who was Balak in the Bible? 12. Is there any historical or archaeological evidence supporting the existence of Balaam and the events of Numbers 22? 13. If Balaam’s initial intention was to curse Israel (Numbers 24:1), how does his eventual blessing align with the notion of free will and divine sovereignty? 14. 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? Discussion Questions 1. What motivated the elders of Moab and Midian to seek Balaam's help, and how can we ensure our motivations align with God's will?2. How does the concept of a "fee for divination" challenge us to consider the purity of our motives in serving God and others? 3. In what ways can fear lead us away from trusting in God's plan, and how can we combat this in our daily lives? 4. How does Balaam's account serve as a warning against the pursuit of material wealth, and what scriptures can we use to reinforce this lesson? 5. Reflect on a time when God's sovereignty was evident in your life, turning a potential negative situation into a blessing. How can this encourage you in current challenges?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 22:7 NIVNumbers 22:7 NLT Numbers 22:7 ESV Numbers 22:7 NASB Numbers 22:7 KJV Numbers 22:7 Commentaries Bible Hub |



