◄ Deuteronomy 7:20 ►
Moreover, the LORD your God will send the hornet against them until even the survivors hiding from you have perished. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 7:20? 2. How does Deuteronomy 7:20 demonstrate God's power in overcoming our enemies today? 3. What role do "hornets" play in God's plan for Israel's victory? 4. How can we trust God's methods when facing overwhelming challenges in life? 5. Connect Deuteronomy 7:20 with other instances of God's deliverance in Scripture. 6. How can we apply the principle of divine intervention in our spiritual battles? 7. What does Deuteronomy 7:20 reveal about God's use of natural forces for His purposes? 8. How does Deuteronomy 7:20 align with the concept of divine intervention in human affairs? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Deuteronomy 7:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 7? 11. What does the Bible mention about hornets? 12. Joshua 24:12 – How does the account of God sending “the hornet” align with historical or natural evidence of plagues or insects driving out inhabitants? 13. Did God order genocide? (Exodus 20:13 vs. Deuteronomy 7:2) 14. Why does this chapter prescribe total annihilation of certain nations, while other biblical texts call for mercy and justice (Deuteronomy 20:17-18)? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of the hornet in Deuteronomy 7:20 illustrate God's power and sovereignty? 2. In what ways can we see God's hand in our own "battles" today, similar to how He fought for Israel? 3. How does the promise of divine assistance in Deuteronomy 7:20 encourage us to trust in God's promises? 4. What are some modern-day "Canaanites" or challenges that God might be calling us to confront with His help? 5. How can we ensure that we are obedient to God's commands, as the Israelites were called to be, in order to experience His faithfulness in our lives? Deuteronomy 7 Bible Study Questions 1. Why did God choose the Israelites among all the nations? 2. What dangers are associated with intermarrying with the seven nations? 3. How does the destruction of other nations demonstrate God's love for Israel? 4. In what ways can we, today, be lured away from our faith by external influences? 5. How can the promise of God's fidelity to a thousand generations apply to believers now? 6. How does God's command to destroy idols resonate with our modern-day struggles against idolatry? 7. What promises does God make to the Israelites if they obey? 8. How does remembering God's past deliverance give confidence for future challenges? 9. In today's context, what forms might "idols" take in our lives? 10. Why is it important to completely eradicate elements that lead us away from God? 11. How can we ensure we're not spiritually "intermarrying" with worldly philosophies? 12. What does being a "treasured possession" mean to you personally? 13. How can you apply the principles of obedience from this chapter in your daily life? 14. What modern practices or beliefs might be comparable to the worship of idols? 15. How can we cultivate a deeper trust in God's faithfulness? 16. Why might God have emphasized not taking the gold or silver from the idols? 17. How can the lessons from this chapter guide us in our relationships? 18. In what ways does God show His love for us today? 19. How can we ensure that we're not compromising our faith in subtle ways? 20. What steps can you take to recognize and eliminate "idols" in your life today? Links Deuteronomy 7:20 NIV Deuteronomy 7:20 NLT Deuteronomy 7:20 ESV Deuteronomy 7:20 NASB Deuteronomy 7:20 KJV Deuteronomy 7:20 Commentaries Bible Hub