◄ 1 Samuel 20:35 ►
In the morning Jonathan went out to the field for the appointment with David, and a small boy was with him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 20:35? 2. How does Jonathan's action in 1 Samuel 20:35 demonstrate loyalty and friendship? 3. What can we learn about God's providence from Jonathan's plan in this verse? 4. How does Jonathan's behavior connect with Jesus' teachings on friendship and sacrifice? 5. How can we apply Jonathan's courage in 1 Samuel 20:35 to our lives today? 6. In what ways does Jonathan's faithfulness inspire us to support fellow believers? 7. What is the significance of Jonathan's actions in 1 Samuel 20:35? 8. How does 1 Samuel 20:35 reflect the theme of friendship in the Bible? 9. What historical context is important for understanding 1 Samuel 20:35? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 20? 11. Are the clandestine signals used by Jonathan in 1 Samuel 20:19-22 verifiable through any parallel ancient Near Eastern texts or historical records? 12. Does the nature of Jonathan's covenant with David in 1 Samuel 20:16 present any inconsistencies with later depictions of Israelite covenants? 13. Who was high priest when David went into the House of GOD and ate the consecrated bread? Abiathar (Mark 2:26) Ahimelech, the father of Abiathar (I Samuel 1:1; 22:20) 14. Why does Saul's sudden rage toward Jonathan in 1 Samuel 20:30-33 seem disproportionate and historically uncontextualized? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jonathan's loyalty to David challenge us to evaluate our own friendships and commitments? 2. In what ways can we demonstrate courage in standing for righteousness in our own lives, as Jonathan did? 3. How can we discern and nurture the relationships that God has placed in our lives for His purposes? 4. What are some practical ways we can exercise discretion and wisdom in our interactions with others, especially in sensitive situations? 5. How can we cultivate a deeper trust in God's plan for our lives, even when circumstances seem uncertain or dangerous? 1 Samuel 20 Bible Study Questions 1. How does David communicate his fear and concern to Jonathan at the beginning of the chapter? How can this apply to our communication within friendships today? 2. In what ways does Jonathan's loyalty to David challenge societal expectations? What can we learn from his loyalty to a friend over his loyalty to his family? 3. How do Jonathan and David use the New Moon feast to understand Saul's intentions? What does this suggest about their strategic thinking and faith in God? 4. How does the covenant between Jonathan and David reflect their faith and commitment to each other? How can we apply this in modern relationships? 5. Discuss the role of trust in David and Jonathan's relationship. How did it influence their actions? 6. Explore the impact of Saul's anger on his relationships, particularly with his son Jonathan. 7. How does Saul’s reaction to David’s absence confirm his ill intentions towards him? What does this teach us about interpreting actions of others? 8. How does the parting of Jonathan and David reflect the sorrow and pain of their situation? How can we handle such emotional moments in our lives? 9. How is the concept of covenant significant in this chapter? How does it tie into the broader theme of covenants in the Bible? 10. Explore the theme of sacrifice in this chapter. What sacrifices are made and why? 11. Why does David trust Jonathan, despite knowing that he is Saul's son? What does this teach us about trust? 12. How does 1 Samuel 20 challenge the traditional expectations of loyalty to one's family versus friends? 13. Discuss the theme of betrayal in this chapter. How does it manifest and what are the consequences? 14. What can we learn from David's resilience and faith during this difficult period in his life? 15. How does Jonathan balance his loyalty towards his father and his friendship with David? How can we apply this in situations where we have conflicting loyalties? 16. How do David and Jonathan's actions demonstrate their faith in God during this trial? 17. Discuss the symbolic meaning of Saul's thrown spear. What does it represent? 18. How can David and Jonathan's friendship serve as an example for us in present day living? 19. What does the chapter teach about dealing with people who have ill intentions against us? 20. How can the narrative of David, Jonathan, and Saul in 1 Samuel 20 be used as a guide for dealing with conflicts and challenges in our own relationships? Links 1 Samuel 20:35 NIV 1 Samuel 20:35 NLT 1 Samuel 20:35 ESV 1 Samuel 20:35 NASB 1 Samuel 20:35 KJV 1 Samuel 20:35 Commentaries Bible Hub