◄ 2 Kings 4:4 ►
Then go inside, shut the door behind you and your sons, and pour oil into all these jars, setting the full ones aside." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 4:4? 2. How does 2 Kings 4:4 demonstrate faith in God's provision and timing? 3. What role does obedience play in the widow's actions in 2 Kings 4:4? 4. How can we apply the principle of preparation from 2 Kings 4:4 today? 5. What other biblical stories highlight God's provision through obedience and faith? 6. How can we encourage others to trust God with limited resources like in 2 Kings 4:4? 7. What does 2 Kings 4:4 reveal about God's provision in times of need? 8. How does 2 Kings 4:4 demonstrate faith in action? 9. What cultural practices are reflected in 2 Kings 4:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 4? 11. How does the resurrection of the Shunammite's son (2 Kings 4:18-37) align with or contradict other biblical resurrection accounts? 12. Why does 1 Kings 4:26 mention 40,000 stalls for Solomon's horses, while 2 Chronicles 9:25 records only 4,000? 13. When David defeated the King of Zobah, how many horsemen did he capture? One thousand and seven hundred (2 Samuel 8:4) Seven thousand (I Chronicles 18:4) 14. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) Discussion Questions 1. How does the widow's situation before the miracle reflect challenges we face today, and what can we learn from her response? 2. In what ways can we demonstrate faith in action in our own lives, similar to the widow's obedience to Elisha's instructions? 3. How does the concept of God's abundant provision in this passage encourage you in your current circumstances? 4. What role does community play in this account, and how can we apply this principle in our church or small group? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to trust God's timing. How did that experience strengthen your faith, and how can it encourage others? 2 Kings 4 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the widow's story in verses 1-7 encourage us to trust in God's provision during desperate times? 2. What lessons can we learn from the Shunammite woman's hospitality towards Elisha? 3. How does the restoration of the Shunammite's son reflect God's power over life and death? 4. Discuss the significance of faith and patience in seeing God's miracles, as seen in the chapter. 5. How can we apply the lessons learned from the miracle of the poisonous stew in our everyday lives? 6. What does Elisha's response to the poisonous stew teach us about dealing with unexpected crises? 7. How does the multiplication of loaves illustrate God's ability to provide abundantly? 8. How does Elisha's life encourage you in your walk of faith? 9. What role does prayer play in the miracles performed by Elisha? 10. How would you respond if you were in the widow's situation today? 11. How does the Shunammite woman's response to her son's death reflect her faith in God's power? 12. If you were Gehazi, how would you react to Elisha's instructions and the miracles you witnessed? 13. How does this chapter challenge our perception of what is possible with God? 14. How can we cultivate the same kind of faith and trust in God demonstrated by Elisha? 15. What does this chapter teach us about God's timing in answering our prayers? 16. How can we demonstrate the same level of hospitality shown by the Shunammite woman in our modern society? 17. How does Elisha's response to the Shunammite woman's kindness reflect God's desire to bless those who bless others? 18. What strategies can we apply today to ensure we don't run out of faith during times of uncertainty, much like the widow's jar of oil? 19. Discuss the importance of obedience as exemplified by Elisha's instructions in the various miracles. 20. How can we apply the principles we've learned from this chapter in dealing with personal crises, setbacks or financial difficulties today? Links 2 Kings 4:4 NIV 2 Kings 4:4 NLT 2 Kings 4:4 ESV 2 Kings 4:4 NASB 2 Kings 4:4 KJV 2 Kings 4:4 Commentaries Bible Hub