◄ 1 Samuel 11:10 ►
Then the men of Jabesh said to Nahash, "Tomorrow we will come out, and you can do with us whatever seems good to you." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 11:10? 2. How does 1 Samuel 11:10 demonstrate God's deliverance through leadership? 3. What role does trust in God play in 1 Samuel 11:10? 4. How does 1 Samuel 11:10 connect with God's faithfulness in Exodus 14:13-14? 5. How can we apply the Israelites' faith in 1 Samuel 11:10 today? 6. What does 1 Samuel 11:10 teach about God's timing in our struggles? 7. What is the significance of the Israelites' surrender in 1 Samuel 11:10? 8. How does 1 Samuel 11:10 reflect God's deliverance through Saul? 9. Why did the Israelites choose to deceive Nahash in 1 Samuel 11:10? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 11? 11. If this battle was as decisive as 1 Samuel 11 describes, why is there minimal archaeological or historical evidence of such a significant conflict? 12. In 1 Samuel 11:6, how can an invisible Spirit 'rush upon' Saul and make him so effective in leadership, given a skeptical view of supernatural involvement? 13. In 1 Samuel 11:1-2, how could gouging out the right eye of every Israelite realistically have served as a sign of submission without stronger resistance or outside intervention? 14. Who was Nahash the Ammonite in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does the response of the men of Jabesh Gilead reflect their faith or lack thereof, and what can we learn from their situation about trusting God in difficult circumstances? 2. In what ways does Saul's leadership in this chapter foreshadow the qualities of a godly leader, and how can we apply these qualities in our own lives? 3. How does the unity of the Israelites in defending Jabesh Gilead serve as a model for the church today in addressing communal challenges? 4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's deliverance in your life. How does this passage encourage you to trust in God's provision and timing? 5. How can we apply the principle of leaving vengeance to God, as seen in the broader account of 1 Samuel, in our personal relationships and conflicts? 1 Samuel 11 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Nahash's demand for a treaty reveal his intentions towards the people of Jabesh Gilead? 2. What was the significance of Saul cutting his oxen into pieces and sending them across Israel? 3. How did the Spirit of God play a part in the unity of Israel under Saul's leadership? 4. How does the affirmation of Saul's kingship demonstrate the relationship between the leader and his people in the Biblical context? 5. How does 1 Samuel 11 demonstrate the importance of unity and solidarity? 6. What can we learn from Saul's response to the news of Jabesh's distress? 7. How do the actions of Saul in this chapter compare to the qualities of modern-day leaders? 8. How can the concept of divine intervention be applied to current global crises? 9. How can Saul's courage inspire us in times of personal trials? 10. How does the affirmation of Saul's kingship illustrate the impact of successful leadership? 11. How does the defeat of the Ammonites reflect the power of collective effort? 12. What lessons can be taken from the people of Jabesh Gilead's response to Nahash's siege? 13. How does Saul's leadership style compare to other biblical leaders we've studied? 14. How does the unity of the Israelites in this chapter speak to the concept of unity in the modern church? 15. What attributes did Saul demonstrate that confirmed his suitability as a king? 16. How can we apply the lessons of divine intervention and support in our daily lives? 17. What role does fear play in this chapter, and how is it overcome? 18. How can the celebration at Gilgal be related to the celebrations in modern churches? 19. How can the story of Saul's rise to kingship inspire modern leaders? 20. How can we use Saul's story as an example when facing adversity or challenges? Links 1 Samuel 11:10 NIV 1 Samuel 11:10 NLT 1 Samuel 11:10 ESV 1 Samuel 11:10 NASB 1 Samuel 11:10 KJV 1 Samuel 11:10 Commentaries Bible Hub