◄ 1 Samuel 24:6 ►
So he said to his men, "The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD's anointed. May I never lift my hand against him, since he is the LORD's anointed." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 24:6? 2. Why did David refuse to harm Saul, "the LORD's anointed," in 1 Samuel 24:6? 3. How does David's respect for Saul demonstrate obedience to God's authority? 4. What can we learn about godly leadership from David's actions in this chapter? 5. How does Romans 12:19 relate to David's decision in 1 Samuel 24:6? 6. How can we apply David's restraint and respect for authority in our lives? 7. Why did David refuse to harm Saul in 1 Samuel 24:6 despite Saul's pursuit? 8. How does 1 Samuel 24:6 illustrate the concept of respecting God's anointed? 9. What does 1 Samuel 24:6 teach about authority and submission to leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 24? 11. Is King Saul considered saved? 12. In Psalm 131:1, how can we be sure David actually wrote this psalm when authorship is disputed by some scholars? 13. How does David’s act of cutting Saul’s robe (1 Samuel 24:4–5) reliably prove his innocence when no neutral witnesses are mentioned? 14. (2 Samuel 16:10–12) Does David’s acceptance of Shimei’s cursing contradict other texts where blasphemy or cursing of God’s anointed is forbidden? Discussion Questions 1. How does David’s respect for Saul as the LORD’s anointed challenge us in our interactions with authority figures today? 2. In what ways can we apply David’s trust in God’s timing to situations in our own lives where we are tempted to take control? 3. How does David’s example of integrity inspire us to act righteously in difficult circumstances? 4. What are some practical ways we can exercise restraint and forgiveness towards those who have wronged us, in light of David’s actions? 5. How can we develop a conscience that is sensitive to God’s leading, as demonstrated by David in this passage? 1 Samuel 24 Bible Study Questions 1. How does this chapter illustrate the theme of respect for God's anointed? 2. How does David demonstrate integrity and faith in God? 3. In what ways do you see God's divine intervention in this chapter? 4. How might David's decision to spare Saul influence your approach to conflict resolution? 5. What does David's reaction to cutting off a piece of Saul's robe reveal about his character? 6. In your life, how can you apply the lesson of trusting in God's timing like David did? 7. How does Saul's response to David's act of mercy contribute to the narrative? 8. What qualities does David exhibit that are essential for effective leadership? 9. How can we apply the principle of respect for life seen in this chapter in our everyday interactions? 10. Discuss a situation where you had to decide between personal gain and doing what’s right. How does David's example influence your reflection on this situation? 11. How can you show mercy and forgiveness towards someone who has wronged you, as David did to Saul? 12. How does David's reliance on God to judge between him and Saul reflect on his understanding of justice? 13. What does this chapter teach about the power of non-retaliation? 14. How does David's demonstration of his innocence to Saul serve as a model for dealing with accusations? 15. How does the wilderness of En Gedi provide a fitting backdrop for this dramatic story? 16. Discuss the value of patience and waiting on God's timing in your personal life. 17. How does the dialogue between David and Saul enlighten the theme of mercy and forgiveness? 18. If you were in David's position, how might you have reacted differently and why? 19. What do Saul's final words to David teach us about recognizing and acknowledging good in others? 20. What steps can we take to ensure our actions align with our faith, even in the face of opposition, as demonstrated by David? Links 1 Samuel 24:6 NIV 1 Samuel 24:6 NLT 1 Samuel 24:6 ESV 1 Samuel 24:6 NASB 1 Samuel 24:6 KJV 1 Samuel 24:6 Commentaries Bible Hub