◄ 1 Kings 17:3 ►
"Leave here, turn eastward, and hide yourself by the Brook of Cherith, east of the Jordan. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 17:3? 2. How does 1 Kings 17:3 demonstrate God's provision during difficult times? 3. What can we learn about obedience from Elijah's actions in 1 Kings 17:3? 4. How does God's command in 1 Kings 17:3 connect to Psalm 23:1-2? 5. How can we apply Elijah's trust in God to our daily lives? 6. What does Elijah's journey teach us about following God's guidance without hesitation? 7. Why did God command Elijah to hide by the Brook Cherith in 1 Kings 17:3? 8. How does 1 Kings 17:3 demonstrate God's provision and protection for His prophets? 9. What is the significance of the Brook Cherith in the context of 1 Kings 17:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 17? 11. Does the portrayal of supernatural sustenance and miracles in 1 Kings 17 contradict or create inconsistencies with other Old Testament accounts of God's provision? 12. What is Mount Hermon's biblical significance? 13. How can ravens (1 Kings 17:4) realistically supply a prophet with enough food to survive, given the limited carrying capacity of birds? 14. What are the key events in Elijah's biblical life? Discussion Questions 1. How does Elijah's obedience to God's command challenge us in our daily walk with God? 2. In what ways can we see God's provision in our lives, similar to how He provided for Elijah at the Brook Cherith? 3. How can we apply the principle of trusting God's sovereignty in our current circumstances? 4. Reflect on a time when isolation or solitude led to spiritual growth. How can Elijah's experience encourage you in similar situations? 5. How does Elijah's account connect with Jesus' teachings on provision and faith in the New Testament? 1 Kings 17 Bible Study Questions 1. How did Elijah demonstrate his faith in God's provision in this chapter? 2. What does the story of the widow's obedience to Elijah tell us about faith? 3. How might you respond to a command from God that seems illogical or risky, like the widow's response to Elijah's request for food? 4. How does Elijah's prophecy to Ahab reflect the consequences of ungodly leadership? 5. What do the miracles in this chapter reveal about God's character? 6. How does the resurrection of the widow's son symbolize spiritual rebirth? 7. How can we apply the lesson of God's supernatural provision in our lives today? 8. How did the widow of Zarephath's perception of Elijah change throughout the chapter, and why? 9. What role does trust play in the relationship between God and His followers as illustrated in this chapter? 10. How does this chapter address the theme of life and death, both physically and spiritually? 11. How can this story inspire you to trust God more in your daily life? 12. What steps can you take to exhibit trust in God's provision during challenging times, like the widow and Elijah? 13. How does the incident with the widow's son illustrate the power of intercessory prayer? 14. In what ways do you see the dichotomy of despair and hope played out in this chapter? 15. How do you respond to your own shortcomings and sins when confronted with them, like the widow did after her son's death? 16. In what way does the story of the widow of Zarephath provide a model of faith in adversity? 17. How can you apply the lesson of Elijah's obedient retreat from society to your own life? 18. Why do you think God chose a widow to showcase His power of provision and resurrection? 19. How does Elijah's isolation and God's provision in the wilderness mirror our own spiritual journeys? 20. In what ways can you echo Elijah's courageous faith in God's promises in your own personal circumstances today? Links 1 Kings 17:3 NIV 1 Kings 17:3 NLT 1 Kings 17:3 ESV 1 Kings 17:3 NASB 1 Kings 17:3 KJV 1 Kings 17:3 Commentaries Bible Hub