◄ 1 Kings 13:4 ►
Now when King Jeroboam, who was at the altar in Bethel, heard the word that the man of God had cried out against it, he stretched out his hand and said, "Seize him!" But the hand he stretched out toward him withered, so that he could not pull it back. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 13:4? 2. How does 1 Kings 13:4 demonstrate God's power over human authority? 3. What can we learn about obedience to God from 1 Kings 13:4? 4. How does Jeroboam's reaction in 1 Kings 13:4 relate to Exodus 7:11-12? 5. How should believers respond when witnessing God's intervention, as in 1 Kings 13:4? 6. What does Jeroboam's hand withering teach about consequences of opposing God's will? 7. Why did King Jeroboam's hand wither in 1 Kings 13:4? 8. What does 1 Kings 13:4 reveal about God's power over human authority? 9. How does 1 Kings 13:4 challenge the concept of divine intervention? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 13? 11. Are there any historical or archaeological findings confirming or challenging the events detailed in 1 Kings 13? 12. What is the Tribe of Ephraim? 13. Who was Jeroboam in the Bible? 14. Amos 7:10-13 - Does the account of Amaziah's accusation against Amos align with known historical records and political dynamics of Jeroboam's reign? Discussion Questions 1. How does the account of Jeroboam's withered hand illustrate the consequences of idolatry and disobedience to God? 2. In what ways can we identify and remove "altars" in our own lives that may lead us away from true worship of God? 3. How does the response of the man of God in this passage encourage us to stand firm in our faith, even in the face of opposition? 4. What lessons can we learn from Jeroboam's pride and its consequences that apply to our personal and spiritual lives today? 5. How can we seek God's forgiveness and restoration when we recognize areas of disobedience or pride in our lives, as seen in the broader account of Scripture? 1 Kings 13 Bible Study Questions 1. How does 1 Kings 13 illuminate the importance of obedience to God's commands? 2. What role does deception play in this chapter? How does it affect the man of God from Judah? 3. Discuss the characteristics of God as depicted in 1 Kings 13. 4. How does King Jeroboam respond to the events unfolding around him? What does this say about his character and his relationship with God? 5. How does 1 Kings 13 define true and false prophecy? 6. Discuss the symbolism behind the miraculous signs in this chapter. 7. How would you relate the man of God’s experience to modern-day living? Have you ever felt deceived or led astray? 8. How do we discern God's true voice amidst the many voices we hear today? 9. How can we apply the lesson of strict obedience to God's word in our lives? 10. Why do you think the man of God fell for the old prophet's lie despite having heard directly from God? 11. How does the man of God's death reaffirm God's sovereignty and justice? 12. How does this narrative affect your understanding of God’s grace and judgment? 13. In what ways does the story of the man of God serve as a warning for believers? 14. How might the outcome have been different if the man of God had been more discerning? 15. What can we learn from the actions of the old prophet? 16. How does this chapter teach us about the consequences of leading others into sin, as King Jeroboam did? 17. How does the story relate to present day teachings about obeying the voice of God, even when other voices conflict? 18. How would you have responded if you were in the man of God's shoes when the old prophet approached him? 19. How does this chapter influence your understanding of the relationship between faith, obedience, and consequences? 20. What practical steps can you take to ensure that you stay obedient to God's word and do not allow deception to derail you from your spiritual journey? Links 1 Kings 13:4 NIV 1 Kings 13:4 NLT 1 Kings 13:4 ESV 1 Kings 13:4 NASB 1 Kings 13:4 KJV 1 Kings 13:4 Commentaries Bible Hub