◄ 1 Samuel 22:7 ►
Then Saul said to his servants, "Listen, men of Benjamin! Is the son of Jesse giving all of you fields and vineyards and making you commanders of thousands or hundreds? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 22:7? 2. How does Saul's jealousy in 1 Samuel 22:7 affect his leadership decisions? 3. What does Saul's question reveal about his trust in God and others? 4. How can we guard against envy as seen in 1 Samuel 22:7? 5. Compare Saul's attitude here with Philippians 2:3. What lessons can we learn? 6. How can we ensure our leadership aligns with God's will, unlike Saul's? 7. Why does Saul accuse his servants of conspiring against him in 1 Samuel 22:7? 8. How does 1 Samuel 22:7 reflect Saul's mental state and leadership? 9. What historical context explains Saul's distrust in 1 Samuel 22:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 22? 11. If Psalm 52 is specifically about Doeg the Edomite, where is the archaeological or textual proof confirming these events? 12. Are there historical or logistical issues with Doeg, a single Edomite, carrying out the massacre of so many priests (1 Samuel 21:7 - 22:18-19)? 13. Why does God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:8 but never give that explicit reason in the parallel accounts (e.g., 2 Samuel 7)? 14. How do we reconcile 1 Samuel 16:7's emphasis on God looking at the heart with David's 'handsome' description in 16:12, suggesting external attributes mattered? Discussion Questions 1. How does Saul's appeal to the Benjamites reflect his insecurity and fear regarding David's rising influence? 2. In what ways do we see leaders today using material incentives to secure loyalty, and how does this compare to Saul's approach? 3. How can jealousy and fear impact our relationships and decision-making, and what biblical principles can help us overcome these emotions? 4. Reflect on a time when you faced a choice between loyalty to a person or group and following God's direction. How did you navigate that situation? 5. How does understanding God's sovereignty in leadership roles influence your perspective on current leaders and authorities in your life? 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 22:7 NIV 1 Samuel 22:7 NLT 1 Samuel 22:7 ESV 1 Samuel 22:7 NASB 1 Samuel 22:7 KJV 1 Samuel 22:7 Commentaries Bible Hub