◄ 1 Samuel 21:9 ►
The priest replied, "The sword of Goliath the Philistine, whom you killed in the Valley of Elah, is here; it is wrapped in a cloth behind the ephod. If you want, you may take it. For there is no other but this one." And David said, "There is none like it; give it to me." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 21:9? 2. Why did David choose Goliath's sword in 1 Samuel 21:9? 3. How does trusting God relate to David's choice of weapon in 1 Samuel 21:9? 4. What does 1 Samuel 21:9 reveal about God's provision in difficult times? 5. How can we apply David's reliance on past victories to our challenges today? 6. How does 1 Samuel 21:9 connect to Ephesians 6:17's "sword of the Spirit"? 7. Why was Goliath's sword kept in the tabernacle according to 1 Samuel 21:9? 8. How does David's request for Goliath's sword reflect his faith in God? 9. What is the significance of David receiving Goliath's sword in 1 Samuel 21:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 21? 11. How did Goliath’s sword end up in the temple at Nob, and is there a historical or archaeological record (1 Samuel 21:8–9)? 12. Who killed Goliath? (1 Samuel 17:49 vs. 2 Samuel 21:19) 13. In 2 Samuel 21:19, how could Elhanan have killed Goliath when David is credited with that feat in 1 Samuel 17? 14. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath? Discussion Questions 1. How does David's request for Goliath's sword reflect his state of mind and faith at this point in his life? 2. In what ways can we see God's provision in our own lives, especially during times of need or crisis? 3. How can reflecting on past victories in our spiritual journey encourage us in current challenges? 4. What can we learn from David's interaction with Ahimelech about seeking guidance and making decisions under pressure? 5. How does the account of David and Goliath, and the subsequent events at Nob, illustrate the theme of God's sovereignty and timing in our lives? 1 Samuel 21 Bible Study Questions 1. Why do you think David lied to Ahimelech about his mission? What could he have done differently? 2. How did Ahimelech respond to David's request for food and a weapon? What does this show about his character? 3. Why was it significant that David took the sword of Goliath? 4. Why did David decide to go to Gath? What risks did he take in going to a city of his former enemies? 5. How does David's behavior in Gath contrast with his usual demeanor? What does it show about his state of mind? 6. What can we learn from David's actions when faced with life-threatening danger? 7. How does this chapter depict God's providence? 8. What can we learn about fear and trust in God from this chapter? 9. How did David's deceptive actions impact others around him, particularly Ahimelech? 10. Have you ever been in a situation where you felt the need to deceive others for your own safety? How would you handle such a situation in the light of Christian ethics? 11. How can this chapter inspire us to rely on God in our darkest hours? 12. How can this story guide us in our responses to fear and desperation? 13. What does this chapter teach us about the consequences of our actions? 14. How can we reconcile David's deceptive actions with his faith in God? 15. How does this chapter contribute to our understanding of David's relationship with God? 16. How does this chapter influence our understanding of God's providence and sovereignty? 17. In times of fear and danger, how can we hold onto our faith in God? 18. Do you think David was right in pretending to be insane before Achish? What alternative actions could he have taken? 19. Reflect on a time you felt desperate. How would you have acted differently knowing what you now know about faith and trust in God? 20. How can we apply the lessons from this chapter to our everyday lives, especially during difficult times? Links 1 Samuel 21:9 NIV 1 Samuel 21:9 NLT 1 Samuel 21:9 ESV 1 Samuel 21:9 NASB 1 Samuel 21:9 KJV 1 Samuel 21:9 Commentaries Bible Hub