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that I will not accept even a thread, or a strap of a sandal, or anything that belongs to you, lest you should say, 'I have made Abram rich.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 14:23? 2. Why does Abram refuse to take anything from the king of Sodom? 3. How does Genesis 14:23 demonstrate Abram's reliance on God for provision? 4. What does "lest you should say, 'I have made Abram rich'" imply? 5. How can we apply Abram's integrity in financial dealings to our lives today? 6. Which other Bible passages emphasize trusting God over worldly wealth and power? 7. Why did Abram refuse to take anything from the king of Sodom in Genesis 14:23? 8. How does Genesis 14:23 reflect on the theme of divine provision versus human wealth? 9. What historical context supports Abram's decision in Genesis 14:23? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 14? 11. How did Abraham interact with the King of Sodom? 12. Genesis 14:21-23: Why does Abram refuse the spoils from the King of Sodom, differing from typical ancient Near Eastern war customs? 13. Genesis 12:1: How do we verify historically that a single divine call caused Abram to uproot his entire household? 14. Proverbs 19:14 credits God alone for providing a prudent spouse--does this diminish human choice or contradict free will elsewhere in Scripture? Discussion Questions 1. How does Abram's refusal of the King of Sodom's offer reflect his faith in God's promises, and how can we apply this principle in our own lives? 2. In what ways does the account of Abram and the King of Sodom challenge us to evaluate our own sources of security and provision? 3. How can Abram's decision to refuse the spoils of war serve as a model for maintaining integrity in our personal and professional lives? 4. What are some modern-day "spoils" that might tempt us to compromise our values, and how can we resist these temptations? 5. How does the interaction between Abram and Melchizedek in the broader context of Genesis 14 inform our understanding of spiritual versus material wealth? Genesis 14 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the rebellion against King Chedorlaomer reflect about power dynamics and relationships? 2. How does the conflict between the nine kings relate to our contemporary world's power struggles and conflicts? 3. What can we learn from Abram's immediate response to Lot's capture? 4. How does Abram's strategic approach in rescuing Lot reflect on his leadership and problem-solving skills? 5. How does the account of Abram's victory over four kings demonstrate the power of faith and divine favor? 6. What lessons can we draw from Abram's encounter with Melchizedek? 7. What does Melchizedek's blessing over Abram reveal about divine approval and blessings? 8. How can we apply Abram's act of giving a tenth of everything to Melchizedek in our lives today? 9. What does Abram's refusal of the king of Sodom's wealth teach us about spiritual integrity and dependency on God? 10. How might we respond to similar tests of wealth and material possessions in our lives today? 11. What implications does the alliance of Abram, Aner, Eshcol, and Mamre hold for our own partnerships and alliances? 12. How does Abram's decision to not accept anything from the king of Sodom influence our understanding of wealth and providence? 13. How does Abram's valor in rescuing Lot challenge us to act courageously for the welfare of others? 14. In what ways does Abram's relationship with God influence his choices in this chapter? 15. How does this chapter inspire us to trust God in seemingly impossible situations? 16. What lessons can we learn from Abram about responding to success and victory? 17. How does the story of Abram's rescue mission encourage us to act decisively in situations of injustice? 18. How does the exchange between Abram and the king of Sodom shape our understanding of wealth's source and purpose? 19. What does Abram's interaction with Melchizedek teach us about respect for spiritual authority? 20. How can we apply the principles demonstrated by Abram in this chapter in our contemporary world? Links Genesis 14:23 NIV Genesis 14:23 NLT Genesis 14:23 ESV Genesis 14:23 NASB Genesis 14:23 KJV Genesis 14:23 Commentaries Bible Hub