◄ 1 Samuel 23:12 ►
So David asked, "Will the citizens of Keilah surrender me and my men into the hand of Saul?" "They will," said the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 23:12? 2. How does 1 Samuel 23:12 demonstrate God's guidance in decision-making? 3. What does David's inquiry reveal about his relationship with God? 4. How can we seek God's direction like David in 1 Samuel 23:12? 5. Compare David's reliance on God here with Proverbs 3:5-6. 6. How can we apply David's example of seeking God's will today? 7. Why did God reveal Keilah's betrayal to David in 1 Samuel 23:12? 8. How does 1 Samuel 23:12 demonstrate God's omniscience? 9. What does 1 Samuel 23:12 teach about divine guidance in decision-making? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 23? 11. What Bible verses support Christian exorcism practices? 12. Does Saul's abrupt departure to confront the Philistines (1 Samuel 23:27-28) accurately reflect known Philistine incursions, or is it merely a narrative device? 13. Why does 1 Chronicles 18:12 credit Abishai with killing 18,000 Edomites, while 2 Samuel 8:13 attributes the same victory to David? 14. How could David justify seeking refuge among Israel's enemies in 1 Samuel 27:1? Discussion Questions 1. How does David's approach to seeking God's guidance in 1 Samuel 23:12 challenge or affirm your current decision-making process? 2. Reflect on a time when you felt betrayed or let down by others. How can David's experience with the citizens of Keilah inform your response to such situations? 3. In what ways can you cultivate a deeper trust in God's omniscience and guidance in your life, as demonstrated by David? 4. How does the presence of Abiathar and the ephod in this account highlight the importance of community in your spiritual journey? 5. Consider the connection between 1 Samuel 23:12 and Proverbs 3:5-6. How can you apply the principle of trusting in the LORD with all your heart in a current situation you are facing? 1 Samuel 23 Bible Study Questions 1. How does David demonstrate his trust in God's guidance throughout this chapter? 2. In what ways does David display leadership despite his challenging circumstances? 3. Compare and contrast Saul and David's approach to God's guidance in their decision making. 4. How can we practically seek God's guidance in our everyday lives, as David did? 5. What are some contemporary examples of being betrayed by those close to us, as the Ziphites betrayed David? How should we respond in these situations? 6. How can you cultivate a relationship like Jonathan and David's in your life? How important is faith in such relationships? 7. How does God's intervention at the last moment (Philistines attacking) highlight His protection over David? Can you think of a time when a seemingly bad event led to your protection? 8. How does David's reaction to adversity influence your understanding of leadership and faith? 9. How does 1 Samuel 23 encourage you to deal with life's trials and tribulations? 10. What lessons can modern leaders learn from David's actions and decisions in this chapter? 11. How does David's rescue of Keilah apply to the idea of service in the face of risk? 12. How can you apply the principles of trust and faith demonstrated in this chapter to your life? 13. What does Jonathan's visit to David teach us about loyalty and friendship? 14. How do Saul’s actions in 1 Samuel 23 reflect his view of God compared to David's view? 15. How can you ensure that God's voice guides your decision-making process? 16. What qualities of David demonstrated in this chapter can you cultivate in your personal and professional life? 17. What is the significance of David and Jonathan's covenant? How does it reflect their relationship and trust in God? 18. What strategies can you employ when you feel like you're in the 'wilderness', similar to David's experiences in this chapter? 19. How can the story of David's deliverance inspire you when you face betrayal or adversity? 20. How can we discern if an opportunity, like Saul thought of David in Keilah, is truly from God or a misunderstanding of circumstances? Links 1 Samuel 23:12 NIV 1 Samuel 23:12 NLT 1 Samuel 23:12 ESV 1 Samuel 23:12 NASB 1 Samuel 23:12 KJV 1 Samuel 23:12 Commentaries Bible Hub