◄ 1 Samuel 10:26 ►
Saul also went to his home in Gibeah, and the men of valor whose hearts God had touched went with him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 10:26? 2. How does 1 Samuel 10:26 illustrate God's guidance in leadership selection? 3. What role did "valiant men" play in supporting Saul's kingship in 1 Samuel 10:26? 4. How can we discern God's calling in our lives like Saul's followers did? 5. What does "God had touched their hearts" teach about divine influence on believers? 6. How can we support our leaders today, inspired by 1 Samuel 10:26? 7. What does 1 Samuel 10:26 reveal about God's selection of leaders? 8. How does 1 Samuel 10:26 reflect on divine guidance in leadership? 9. Why did valiant men accompany Saul in 1 Samuel 10:26? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 10? 11. Is there any archaeological evidence supporting a sudden shift to monarchy in Israel during 1 Samuel 8’s timeframe? 12. How can we verify historically (Psalm 59:1) that Saul actually sent men to watch David’s house, given the lack of external archaeological evidence? 13. What is Gibeah's significance in the Bible? 14. What is Gibeah's significance in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does the support of the valiant men reflect God's involvement in Saul's kingship, and what does this teach us about God's role in leadership today? 2. In what ways can we discern when God is touching our hearts to support a leader or a cause? Reflect on personal experiences or biblical examples. 3. How does the concept of divine selection in leadership challenge or affirm your understanding of leadership in the church or community? 4. Compare the role of community in Saul's leadership with that of other biblical leaders. What similarities or differences do you observe? 5. How can we apply the principle of responding to God's call in our daily lives, especially when it involves supporting others in their God-given roles? 1 Samuel 10 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Samuel's anointment of Saul reveal about the significance of divine selection and anointment in leadership? 2. How do the series of prophesied events that unfold in Saul's life demonstrate God's sovereignty? 3. How does Saul's initial reaction to his anointment reflect human tendencies towards unexpected responsibilities? 4. Why do you think Saul chose to keep his anointment a secret from his uncle? 5. How do the reactions of the Israelites to their new king reflect the varied responses we often see in society towards new leadership? 6. What are some of the challenges Saul may have faced as the first king of Israel and how might these relate to challenges faced by leaders today? 7. How does the selection of Saul, an unlikely candidate, reflect on the concept of God choosing the "foolish things of the world to shame the wise" (1 Corinthians 1:27)? 8. How can you apply the lesson of Saul's transformation by the Spirit of God in your personal or professional life? 9. In what ways does this chapter emphasize the importance of prophecy in the narrative of the Bible? 10. How does the story of Saul challenge our own ideas of worthiness and qualification for roles we're called to? 11. Compare and contrast the public and private call of Saul. How do they each contribute to Saul's understanding of his new role? 12. How does the narrative of 1 Samuel 10 apply to present-day leadership, especially in religious contexts? 13. How does Saul's humility play a role in his acceptance as a leader, and how can this be applied in today's society? 14. In what ways can you identify with Saul's fear and uncertainty upon being called to a new role? 15. How do you handle situations where you're called to step up to an unfamiliar role? 16. How do you respond when you see God working in ways you don’t expect, like in the case of Saul's anointment? 17. How does God's choice of Saul, despite his seeming inadequacy, inspire you in your personal walk with God? 18. What does the chapter teach about the role of divine and human acceptance in leadership? 19. How can we ensure that we are open to God's calling, just like Saul was? 20. How does Saul's story impact your understanding of God's providence and plans for your life? Links 1 Samuel 10:26 NIV 1 Samuel 10:26 NLT 1 Samuel 10:26 ESV 1 Samuel 10:26 NASB 1 Samuel 10:26 KJV 1 Samuel 10:26 Commentaries Bible Hub