◄ 1 Samuel 22:4 ►
So he left them in the care of the king of Moab, and they stayed with him the whole time David was in the stronghold. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 22:4? 2. How does 1 Samuel 22:4 demonstrate David's care for his parents' safety? 3. What does David's action in 1 Samuel 22:4 reveal about honoring parents? 4. How can we apply David's protective actions to our family responsibilities today? 5. In what ways does 1 Samuel 22:4 connect to the commandment to honor parents? 6. How does trusting others with family reflect faith in God's provision? 7. Why did David entrust his parents to the king of Moab in 1 Samuel 22:4? 8. How does 1 Samuel 22:4 reflect David's relationship with his family? 9. What does 1 Samuel 22:4 reveal about David's leadership qualities? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 22? 11. What defines a demonic stronghold? 12. What evidence supports the psalmist’s confidence (Ps 61:3–4) in a physical “refuge” or “tower” when no solid archaeological proof exists? 13. Psalm 142:4 shows David claiming no one cares for him--how does this reconcile with 1 Samuel 22:2, where he has loyal followers? 14. While Leviticus 4 describes an intricate sacrificial system, why do other parts of the Bible suggest that God desires obedience over sacrifice (e.g., 1 Samuel 15:22)? Discussion Questions 1. How does David's decision to leave his family with the king of Moab demonstrate his leadership and care for his family? 2. In what ways can we seek refuge in God during our own times of trouble, and how does this passage encourage us to do so? 3. What are some modern-day examples of God providing for us through unexpected sources, similar to the king of Moab's assistance to David's family? 4. How can we balance faith in God's protection with taking practical steps to ensure the safety and well-being of our loved ones? 5. How does the historical connection between David and Moab through Ruth enhance our understanding of God's providence and the unfolding of His plans in our lives? 1 Samuel 22 Bible Study Questions 1. How does David demonstrate leadership in the face of adversity in this chapter? 2. How does Saul's fear affect his judgement and actions? Can you think of a time when fear has clouded your judgement? 3. Why do you think the disenfranchised individuals gathered around David at the cave of Adullam? 4. In what ways does the story of Doeg the Edomite serve as a warning about spiritual betrayal? 5. How does David show compassion and responsibility towards Abiathar, the survivor of the massacre? 6. How might you have responded if you were in David's position, knowing that your actions inadvertently led to the massacre of innocent priests? 7. Reflect on the actions of Ahimelech when he helped David. Was he wrong in his actions? Why or why not? 8. How does 1 Samuel 22 showcase the impact of false narratives and miscommunication (in the case of Doeg)? 9. How does this chapter illuminate the difference between godly and worldly leadership? 10. In your life, have you ever felt like David—pursued, under threat, and responsible for others? 11. Can you draw parallels between David's band of followers and the Church, both being havens for the outcasts and distressed? 12. How does this chapter reinforce the belief in divine providence amidst adversities? 13. What are some contemporary examples of leaders who acted out of fear and paranoia like Saul? 14. Have you ever felt caught in a situation where, like Ahimelech, you made a decision with good intentions but faced unforeseen negative consequences? 15. How does this chapter speak to the responsibility of leaders to protect and ensure the safety of their followers? 16. How can we apply the lessons from David's leadership in our own communities? 17. If you were in the position of Saul's servants who refused to kill the priests, what would your reaction be? 18. How can we ensure that we do not become like Doeg, misrepresenting truth for personal gain? 19. How does the chapter reflect on the theme of innocence suffering due to others' actions? 20. What can we learn from David's acceptance of Abiathar and his promise to protect him? Links 1 Samuel 22:4 NIV 1 Samuel 22:4 NLT 1 Samuel 22:4 ESV 1 Samuel 22:4 NASB 1 Samuel 22:4 KJV 1 Samuel 22:4 Commentaries Bible Hub