◄ 2 Kings 4:15 ►
"Call her," said Elisha. So Gehazi called her, and she stood in the doorway. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 4:15? 2. How does 2 Kings 4:15 demonstrate God's attention to personal needs and desires? 3. What role does obedience play in the events of 2 Kings 4:15? 4. How can we apply Elisha's sensitivity to God's voice in our lives? 5. What scriptural connections exist between 2 Kings 4:15 and God's promises to His people? 6. How can we create space for God's miracles as seen in 2 Kings 4:15? 7. What is the significance of Elisha's invitation in 2 Kings 4:15? 8. How does 2 Kings 4:15 reflect God's intervention in human affairs? 9. Why does Elisha call the Shunammite woman in 2 Kings 4:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 4? 11. Where is the historical or archaeological evidence that any of these miracles in 2 Kings 4 took place? 12. Who was Gehazi in the Bible? 13. How could only twenty loaves feed a hundred men (2 Kings 4:42-44) if the story is not embellished? 14. How could the widow's oil multiply endlessly (2 Kings 4:1-7) without violating natural laws? Discussion Questions 1. How does the Shunammite woman's hospitality reflect the biblical principle of loving your neighbor, and how can we apply this in our daily lives? 2. In what ways does the account of the Shunammite woman parallel other biblical accounts of miraculous births, and what does this teach us about God's power and faithfulness? 3. How can we discern the "doorways" of opportunity that God places before us, and what steps can we take to ensure we are ready to step through them? 4. What role do intermediaries, like Gehazi, play in our spiritual journey, and how can we be open to the guidance and support of others in our faith community? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's promise or blessing in an unexpected way. How did this experience strengthen your faith, and how can you share this testimony with others? 2 Kings 4 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the widow's story in verses 1-7 encourage us to trust in God's provision during desperate times? 2. What lessons can we learn from the Shunammite woman's hospitality towards Elisha? 3. How does the restoration of the Shunammite's son reflect God's power over life and death? 4. Discuss the significance of faith and patience in seeing God's miracles, as seen in the chapter. 5. How can we apply the lessons learned from the miracle of the poisonous stew in our everyday lives? 6. What does Elisha's response to the poisonous stew teach us about dealing with unexpected crises? 7. How does the multiplication of loaves illustrate God's ability to provide abundantly? 8. How does Elisha's life encourage you in your walk of faith? 9. What role does prayer play in the miracles performed by Elisha? 10. How would you respond if you were in the widow's situation today? 11. How does the Shunammite woman's response to her son's death reflect her faith in God's power? 12. If you were Gehazi, how would you react to Elisha's instructions and the miracles you witnessed? 13. How does this chapter challenge our perception of what is possible with God? 14. How can we cultivate the same kind of faith and trust in God demonstrated by Elisha? 15. What does this chapter teach us about God's timing in answering our prayers? 16. How can we demonstrate the same level of hospitality shown by the Shunammite woman in our modern society? 17. How does Elisha's response to the Shunammite woman's kindness reflect God's desire to bless those who bless others? 18. What strategies can we apply today to ensure we don't run out of faith during times of uncertainty, much like the widow's jar of oil? 19. Discuss the importance of obedience as exemplified by Elisha's instructions in the various miracles. 20. How can we apply the principles we've learned from this chapter in dealing with personal crises, setbacks or financial difficulties today? Links 2 Kings 4:15 NIV 2 Kings 4:15 NLT 2 Kings 4:15 ESV 2 Kings 4:15 NASB 2 Kings 4:15 KJV 2 Kings 4:15 Commentaries Bible Hub