Chapter 4 is the genealogies of which two tribes?
Which tribes are listed in chapter 5?
Which tribe’s genealogy is in chapter 6?
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Answers to April 29 Questions
The genealogies cover which families in chapter 1? Adam, Noah, Japheth, Gomer, Javan, Ham, Cush, Mizraim, Canaan, Shem, Aram, Arphaxad, Eber, Joktan, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jokshan, Midian, Esau, Eliphaz, Reuel, Seir, Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, Dishon, Ezer and Dishan
Which families are emphasized in chapter 2? Jacob, Judah, Perez, Zerah, Carmi, Ethan, Hezron, Ram, Jesse, Caleb, Jerahmeel, his son Ram, Onam, Jada, Shammai. Abishur, Nadab, Appaim Jonathan, Hebron, Jaahdi, Hur, Shobal, Salma
What family is traced in chapter 3? David’s family
Based on the genealogy, when was this book written? Several generations after the Jews returned from captivity (400’s B.C.)
Which families are emphasized in chapter 2? Jacob, Judah, Perez, Zerah, Carmi, Ethan, Hezron, Ram, Jesse, Caleb, Jerahmeel, his son Ram, Onam, Jada, Shammai. Abishur, Nadab, Appaim Jonathan, Hebron, Jaahdi, Hur, Shobal, Salma
What family is traced in chapter 3? David’s family
Based on the genealogy, when was this book written? Several generations after the Jews returned from captivity (400’s B.C.)
April 29: I Chronicles 1-3 Genealogies Part 1
The genealogies cover which families in chapter 1?
Which families are emphasized in chapter 2?
What family is traced in chapter 3?
Based on the genealogy, when was this book written?
Which families are emphasized in chapter 2?
What family is traced in chapter 3?
Based on the genealogy, when was this book written?
Answers to April 28 Questions
How does verse 1 refer to David? David the son of Jesse, the man raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, the sweet psalmist of Israel
Who were David’s three best fighters? Josheb-Basshebeth, Eleazar, and Shammah
What did they get for David at Bethlehem? Water from the well at Behtlehem
What great fighter became their leader? Abishai
Who was put in charge of David’s bodyguard? Benaiah
How many names do you recognize in the list of David’s thirty best men? Asahel, Eliam (son of Ahithophel and father of Bathsehba), Uriah,
What sin did David commit? He ordered a census of Israel’s fighting men
What three choices of punishment did God give? Three days’ plague, three months beingpursuedbyenemies, or three years’ famine
Which did David choose? Three days' plague
Why? He preferred being at the Lord’s mercy than at man’s mercy
What did David request from God when he saw the people dying? He prayed that the sin would be only upon him and his father’s house
What did God tell David to do? Build an altar on the threshing floor of Araunah the Jebusite, and make sacrifices
What did Araunah offer to give David? Everything: his property, his oxen for the sacrifice, his equipment and yokes for the wood for burning the offering
What was David response? I will not give to the Lord that which costs me nothing
Who were David’s three best fighters? Josheb-Basshebeth, Eleazar, and Shammah
What did they get for David at Bethlehem? Water from the well at Behtlehem
What great fighter became their leader? Abishai
Who was put in charge of David’s bodyguard? Benaiah
How many names do you recognize in the list of David’s thirty best men? Asahel, Eliam (son of Ahithophel and father of Bathsehba), Uriah,
What sin did David commit? He ordered a census of Israel’s fighting men
What three choices of punishment did God give? Three days’ plague, three months beingpursuedbyenemies, or three years’ famine
Which did David choose? Three days' plague
Why? He preferred being at the Lord’s mercy than at man’s mercy
What did David request from God when he saw the people dying? He prayed that the sin would be only upon him and his father’s house
What did God tell David to do? Build an altar on the threshing floor of Araunah the Jebusite, and make sacrifices
What did Araunah offer to give David? Everything: his property, his oxen for the sacrifice, his equipment and yokes for the wood for burning the offering
What was David response? I will not give to the Lord that which costs me nothing
Monday, April 27, 2009
April 28: II Samuel 23-24 David’s Other Sin
How does verse refer to David?
Who were David’s three best fighters?
What did they get for David at Bethlehem?
What great fighter became their leader?
Who was put in charge of David’s bodyguard?
How many names do you recognize in the list of David’s thirty best men?
What sin did David commit?
What three choices of punishment did God give?
Which did David choose?
Why?
What did David request from God when he saw the people dying?
What did God tell David to do?
What did Araunah offer to give David?
What was David response?
Who were David’s three best fighters?
What did they get for David at Bethlehem?
What great fighter became their leader?
Who was put in charge of David’s bodyguard?
How many names do you recognize in the list of David’s thirty best men?
What sin did David commit?
What three choices of punishment did God give?
Which did David choose?
Why?
What did David request from God when he saw the people dying?
What did God tell David to do?
What did Araunah offer to give David?
What was David response?
Answers to April 27 Questions
Why was a famine for three years in Israel? Because Saul had killed the Gibeonites
How was the Gibeonites’ deaths avenged? They delivered seven of Saul’s descendants to the Gibeonites, and they hanged them
Name four men who killed giant descendants of Goliath from Gath. Abishai, Sibbechai, Elhanan, and Jonathan (a nephew of David)
Chapter 22 is which psalm in the Book of Psalms? Psalm 18
What is the main idea of the psalm? A song of praise to God for His deliverance of David from his enemies, His protection and giving David victory over his enemies
Why did God save David from his enemies? Because he was righteous and obedient
What principle is in 22:26-27? God will treat us the way we treat others
Who cried out to the Lord for help and was not heard? David’s enemies
Whom has God put under David? The nations
Among whom will David praise God? The Gentiles
How was the Gibeonites’ deaths avenged? They delivered seven of Saul’s descendants to the Gibeonites, and they hanged them
Name four men who killed giant descendants of Goliath from Gath. Abishai, Sibbechai, Elhanan, and Jonathan (a nephew of David)
Chapter 22 is which psalm in the Book of Psalms? Psalm 18
What is the main idea of the psalm? A song of praise to God for His deliverance of David from his enemies, His protection and giving David victory over his enemies
Why did God save David from his enemies? Because he was righteous and obedient
What principle is in 22:26-27? God will treat us the way we treat others
Who cried out to the Lord for help and was not heard? David’s enemies
Whom has God put under David? The nations
Among whom will David praise God? The Gentiles
April 27: II Samuel 21-22 Tying Up Loose Ends
Why was a famine for three years in Isarel?
How was the Gibeonites’ deaths avenged?
Name four men who killed giant descendants of Rapha from Gath.
Chapter 22 is which psalm in the Book of Psalms?
What is the main idea of the psalm?
Why did God save David from his enemies?
What principle is in 22:26-27?
Who cried out to the Lord for help and was not heard?
Whom has God put under David?
Among whom will David praise God?
How was the Gibeonites’ deaths avenged?
Name four men who killed giant descendants of Rapha from Gath.
Chapter 22 is which psalm in the Book of Psalms?
What is the main idea of the psalm?
Why did God save David from his enemies?
What principle is in 22:26-27?
Who cried out to the Lord for help and was not heard?
Whom has God put under David?
Among whom will David praise God?
Answers to April 26 Questions
Why did Joab rebuke David? David’s lamentation for Absalom sounded like he wished they had lost the war, which would make David’s men feel unappreciated
What confusion was in Israel as a result of Absalom’s war with David? Judah was slow in coming to escort David back to Jerusalem; the rest of Israel was confused by this and wondered why
Whom did David request to escort him back to Jerusalem? The tribe of Judah
Who else met David at the Jordan River? Shimei, Ziba, Mephibosheth, Barzillai, and his servant Kimham,
Why did Ziba lie about Miphibosheth to David? So he could get all that had belonged to Saul
Who led another rebellion against David? Sheba
Whom did David put in charge over the army of Judah? Amasa
Why did Joab kill him? He was leader of Absalom’s army, but David replaced Joab with him after their civil war
Where did Sheba hide? In the city of Abel
How did a wise woman prevent the attack on the city? She threw the head of Sheba out the tower window so Joab would not have to destroy the whole city
What confusion was in Israel as a result of Absalom’s war with David? Judah was slow in coming to escort David back to Jerusalem; the rest of Israel was confused by this and wondered why
Whom did David request to escort him back to Jerusalem? The tribe of Judah
Who else met David at the Jordan River? Shimei, Ziba, Mephibosheth, Barzillai, and his servant Kimham,
Why did Ziba lie about Miphibosheth to David? So he could get all that had belonged to Saul
Who led another rebellion against David? Sheba
Whom did David put in charge over the army of Judah? Amasa
Why did Joab kill him? He was leader of Absalom’s army, but David replaced Joab with him after their civil war
Where did Sheba hide? In the city of Abel
How did a wise woman prevent the attack on the city? She threw the head of Sheba out the tower window so Joab would not have to destroy the whole city
Saturday, April 25, 2009
April 26: 2 Samuel 19-20 David Reestablished and Sheba’s Rebellion
Why did Joab rebuke David?
What confusion was in Israel as a result of Absalom’s war with David?
Whom did David request to escort him back to Jerusalem?
Who else met David at the Jordan River?
Why did Ziba lie about Miphibosheth to David?
Who led another rebellion against David?
Whom did David put in charge over the army of Judah?
Why did Joab kill him?
Where did Sheba hide?
How did a wise woman prevent the attack on the city?
What confusion was in Israel as a result of Absalom’s war with David?
Whom did David request to escort him back to Jerusalem?
Who else met David at the Jordan River?
Why did Ziba lie about Miphibosheth to David?
Who led another rebellion against David?
Whom did David put in charge over the army of Judah?
Why did Joab kill him?
Where did Sheba hide?
How did a wise woman prevent the attack on the city?
Answers to April 25 Questions
In chapter 17, what advice did Ahithophel give Absalom? Give me 12,000 men, and I will successfully attack David right now while he and his army are too tired to fight
What advice did Hushai give? There is safety in numbers, so gather everyone to fight for you and lead the battle yourself
Whose advice did Absalom follow? Hushai’s advice
Who influenced this decision? The Lord
What did Ahithophel do when his advice was not followed? Set his house in order and hanged himself
Who were David’s three military leaders against Absalom? Joab, Abishai, and Ittai
What command did he give his army? Do not harm Absalom
How did Absalom get killed? He got caught by his hair in a tree and was hanging there; then Joab threw three spears through his heart
Who killed him? Joab
Who wanted to tell David the good news? Ahimaaz son of Zadok
Who did Joab send? a Cushite
What did Ahimaaz say and not say? He said the Lord had delivered up David’s enemies; he did not say what happened to Absalom
What did Joab’s messenger say? That Absalom was dead (in an indirect way)
What was David’s reaction? He mourned greatly over Absalom’s death
What advice did Hushai give? There is safety in numbers, so gather everyone to fight for you and lead the battle yourself
Whose advice did Absalom follow? Hushai’s advice
Who influenced this decision? The Lord
What did Ahithophel do when his advice was not followed? Set his house in order and hanged himself
Who were David’s three military leaders against Absalom? Joab, Abishai, and Ittai
What command did he give his army? Do not harm Absalom
How did Absalom get killed? He got caught by his hair in a tree and was hanging there; then Joab threw three spears through his heart
Who killed him? Joab
Who wanted to tell David the good news? Ahimaaz son of Zadok
Who did Joab send? a Cushite
What did Ahimaaz say and not say? He said the Lord had delivered up David’s enemies; he did not say what happened to Absalom
What did Joab’s messenger say? That Absalom was dead (in an indirect way)
What was David’s reaction? He mourned greatly over Absalom’s death
Friday, April 24, 2009
April 25: 2 Samuel 17-18 Absalom’s Defeat
What other advice did Ahithophel give Absalom?
What advice did Hushai give?
Whose advice did Absalom follow?
Who influenced this decision?
What did Ahithophel do when his advice was not followed?
Who were David’s three military leaders against Absalom?
What command did he give his army?
How did Absalom get killed?
Who killed him?
Who wanted to tell David the good news?
Who did Joab send?
What did Ahimaaz say and not say?
What did Joab’s messenger say?
What was David’s reaction?
What advice did Hushai give?
Whose advice did Absalom follow?
Who influenced this decision?
What did Ahithophel do when his advice was not followed?
Who were David’s three military leaders against Absalom?
What command did he give his army?
How did Absalom get killed?
Who killed him?
Who wanted to tell David the good news?
Who did Joab send?
What did Ahimaaz say and not say?
What did Joab’s messenger say?
What was David’s reaction?
Answers to April 24 Questions
Who did Joab use to persuade David to receive Absalom back? A wise woman from Tekoa
What story did she tell? She told a story of having two sons who fought each other in the filed, and one killed the other. She used the Nathan principle of telling a story so the king will make a decision and then applying the situation to David.
Of what consequence was she afraid? She did not want to turn the other son over to the avenger of blood and required the king to swear he would intervene for her
What did the king promise? That he would not let the avenger of blood take her only surviving son
How did the woman apply the principle to receiving Absalom? Though Absalom killed Amnon, he should be allowed to return to Israel. It is not fair to Israel to deprive it of the heir to the throne.
What limitation was put on Absalom? He had to stay at his house, and David still refused to see him
How long did that last? Two years
How did Absalom get Joab’s attention to ask David to see him? He burned his barley field
How did David welcome Absalom? He kissed him after Absalom bowed down to him
How did Absalom repay David? He started together a following of people for himself to be king
How did Absalom get people to follow him instead of David? He would tell the loser of any case that he would have decided for him if he were king instead of David
What pretense did Absalom use to go to Hebron? To fulfill a vow to worship God if he was allowed to return to Jerusalem
What did he really do there? Announced that he was taking over as king
What counselor joined Absalom? Ahithophel
When David heard of Absalom’s uprising, what did he do? He fled Jerusalem
Why did David send the priests back to the city? Zadok’s sons could inform David of what Absalom is planning
What friend did David use to dissuade Absalom from following Ahithophel’s advice? Hushai
What did Ziba tell David about Mephibosheth? That he remained in Jerusalem in the hopes of receiving the kingdom for himself
Who cursed David? Shimei
What was David’s reaction to his cursing? It is a consequence of David’s sin
Did Absalom accept Hushai at first? He was suspicious
What advice did Ahithophel give Absalom? To lie with David’s concubines publicly, and that would strengthen everyone’s courage against David
What story did she tell? She told a story of having two sons who fought each other in the filed, and one killed the other. She used the Nathan principle of telling a story so the king will make a decision and then applying the situation to David.
Of what consequence was she afraid? She did not want to turn the other son over to the avenger of blood and required the king to swear he would intervene for her
What did the king promise? That he would not let the avenger of blood take her only surviving son
How did the woman apply the principle to receiving Absalom? Though Absalom killed Amnon, he should be allowed to return to Israel. It is not fair to Israel to deprive it of the heir to the throne.
What limitation was put on Absalom? He had to stay at his house, and David still refused to see him
How long did that last? Two years
How did Absalom get Joab’s attention to ask David to see him? He burned his barley field
How did David welcome Absalom? He kissed him after Absalom bowed down to him
How did Absalom repay David? He started together a following of people for himself to be king
How did Absalom get people to follow him instead of David? He would tell the loser of any case that he would have decided for him if he were king instead of David
What pretense did Absalom use to go to Hebron? To fulfill a vow to worship God if he was allowed to return to Jerusalem
What did he really do there? Announced that he was taking over as king
What counselor joined Absalom? Ahithophel
When David heard of Absalom’s uprising, what did he do? He fled Jerusalem
Why did David send the priests back to the city? Zadok’s sons could inform David of what Absalom is planning
What friend did David use to dissuade Absalom from following Ahithophel’s advice? Hushai
What did Ziba tell David about Mephibosheth? That he remained in Jerusalem in the hopes of receiving the kingdom for himself
Who cursed David? Shimei
What was David’s reaction to his cursing? It is a consequence of David’s sin
Did Absalom accept Hushai at first? He was suspicious
What advice did Ahithophel give Absalom? To lie with David’s concubines publicly, and that would strengthen everyone’s courage against David
Thursday, April 23, 2009
April 24: 2 Samuel 14-16 Absalom’s Revolt
Who did Joab use to persuade David to receive Absalom back?
What story did she tell?
Of what consequence was she afraid?
What did the king promise?
How did the woman apply the principle to receiving Absalom?
What limitation was put on Absalom?
How long did that last?
How did Absalom get Joab’s attention to ask David to see him?
How did David welcome Absalom?
How did Absalom repay David?
How did Absalom get people to follow him instead of David?
What pretense did Absalom use to go to Hebron?
What did he really do there?
What counselor joined Absalom?
When David heard of Absalom’s uprising, what did he do?
Why did David send the priests back to the city?
What friend did David use to dissuade Absalom from following Ahithophel’s advice?
What did Ziba tell David about Mephibosheth?
Who cursed David?
What was David’s reaction to his cursing?
Did Absalom accept Hushai at first?
What advice did Ahithophel give Absalom?
What story did she tell?
Of what consequence was she afraid?
What did the king promise?
How did the woman apply the principle to receiving Absalom?
What limitation was put on Absalom?
How long did that last?
How did Absalom get Joab’s attention to ask David to see him?
How did David welcome Absalom?
How did Absalom repay David?
How did Absalom get people to follow him instead of David?
What pretense did Absalom use to go to Hebron?
What did he really do there?
What counselor joined Absalom?
When David heard of Absalom’s uprising, what did he do?
Why did David send the priests back to the city?
What friend did David use to dissuade Absalom from following Ahithophel’s advice?
What did Ziba tell David about Mephibosheth?
Who cursed David?
What was David’s reaction to his cursing?
Did Absalom accept Hushai at first?
What advice did Ahithophel give Absalom?
April 23: II Samuel 11-13 Sin and Its Consequences
What time of year did kings go off to war? The spring
Where was David? He stayed at his house
Whom did he see? Bathsheba
What was she doing? She was bathing on the rooftop of her house
Why did David send for her? To commit adultery
Why did David call Uriah to Jerusalem? To lie with his wife so it would appear that her pregnancy was caused by Uriah and not David
Did David’s plan succeed? no
What did David try the next time? He got Uriah drunk so he would go to his wife
What was David’s final solution? To arrange for Uriah to be killed in the battle with the Ammonites
What was David’s reaction when he heard that Uriah died in the battle? “Oh, well. That’s the way it is in war.”
When did Bathsheba become David’s wife? After the time for mourning had ended
Who did God send to rebuke David? Nathan the prophet
What approach did Nathan use? He told the story of a rich man and a poor shepherd who had one lamb raised in his family as a child. He told David how the rich man took the poor man’s lamb to serve his guests instead of his own abundance. David’s reaction was that the rich man deserved to die. Once David was committed to the principle, he made the application to David himself.
After Nathan convicted David of his sin, what did he tell David? First, how God had richly blessed David, then how David sinned against God and caused God’s enemies to blaspheme God’s name
What consequences would David bear because of his sin? The sword would not depart from his house and the child conceived would die
What did Nathan say after David confessed his sin? he was forgiven, but he still had to suffer the consequences
When David and Bathsheba’s son became ill, what did David do? He prayed and fasted
When he died, what did David do? He got up to eat
How did David show his faith in life after death? He said the child will not return to him, but he would go to him
Who was born to David and Bathsheba soon after this? Solomon
What other name was given to him? Jedidiah
What does it mean? “Beloved of Jehovah”
Why did Joab call David to Rabbah? To receive the glory of capturing it
Who loved his sister in David’s family? Amnon loved Tamar
Who gave him advice on how to get her alone? His cousin Jonadab
What did he do when they were alone? He raped her
How did he feel toward her after this? he hated her more than he loved her before
Where did she live after this? At Absalom’s house
What did David do about this? nothing
What occasion did Absalom use to kill Amnon? The celebration of the shearing of the sheep
What did the other sons of David do? They fled
What false report came to David? That all of David’s sons had been killed by Absalom
Where did Absalom go after killing Amnon? He fled to Geshur
How long did he stay there? Three years
Where was David? He stayed at his house
Whom did he see? Bathsheba
What was she doing? She was bathing on the rooftop of her house
Why did David send for her? To commit adultery
Why did David call Uriah to Jerusalem? To lie with his wife so it would appear that her pregnancy was caused by Uriah and not David
Did David’s plan succeed? no
What did David try the next time? He got Uriah drunk so he would go to his wife
What was David’s final solution? To arrange for Uriah to be killed in the battle with the Ammonites
What was David’s reaction when he heard that Uriah died in the battle? “Oh, well. That’s the way it is in war.”
When did Bathsheba become David’s wife? After the time for mourning had ended
Who did God send to rebuke David? Nathan the prophet
What approach did Nathan use? He told the story of a rich man and a poor shepherd who had one lamb raised in his family as a child. He told David how the rich man took the poor man’s lamb to serve his guests instead of his own abundance. David’s reaction was that the rich man deserved to die. Once David was committed to the principle, he made the application to David himself.
After Nathan convicted David of his sin, what did he tell David? First, how God had richly blessed David, then how David sinned against God and caused God’s enemies to blaspheme God’s name
What consequences would David bear because of his sin? The sword would not depart from his house and the child conceived would die
What did Nathan say after David confessed his sin? he was forgiven, but he still had to suffer the consequences
When David and Bathsheba’s son became ill, what did David do? He prayed and fasted
When he died, what did David do? He got up to eat
How did David show his faith in life after death? He said the child will not return to him, but he would go to him
Who was born to David and Bathsheba soon after this? Solomon
What other name was given to him? Jedidiah
What does it mean? “Beloved of Jehovah”
Why did Joab call David to Rabbah? To receive the glory of capturing it
Who loved his sister in David’s family? Amnon loved Tamar
Who gave him advice on how to get her alone? His cousin Jonadab
What did he do when they were alone? He raped her
How did he feel toward her after this? he hated her more than he loved her before
Where did she live after this? At Absalom’s house
What did David do about this? nothing
What occasion did Absalom use to kill Amnon? The celebration of the shearing of the sheep
What did the other sons of David do? They fled
What false report came to David? That all of David’s sons had been killed by Absalom
Where did Absalom go after killing Amnon? He fled to Geshur
How long did he stay there? Three years
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
April 23: 2 Samuel 11-13 Sin and Its Consequences
What time of year did kings go off to war?
Where was David?
Whom did he see?
What was she doing?
Why did David send for her?
Why did David call Uriah to Jerusalem?
Did David’s plan succeed?
What did David try the next time?
What was David’s final solution?
What was David’s reaction when he heard that Uriah died in the battle?
When did Bathsheba become David’s wife?
Who did God send to rebuke David?
What approach did Nathan use?
After Nathan convicted David of his sin, what did he tell David?
What consequences would David bear because of his sin?
What did Nathan say after David confessed his sin?
When David and Bathsheba’s son became ill, what did David do?
When he died, what did David do?
How did David show his faith in life after death?
Who was born to David and Bathsheba soon after this?
What other name was given to him?
What does it mean?
Why did Joab call David to Rabbah?
Who loved his sister in David’s family?
Who gave him advice on how to get her alone?
What did he do when they were alone?
How did he feel toward her after this?
Where did she live after this?
What did David do about this?
What occasion did Absalom use to kill Amnon?
What did the other sons of David do?
What false report came to David?
Where did Absalom go after killing Amnon?
How long did he stay there?
Where was David?
Whom did he see?
What was she doing?
Why did David send for her?
Why did David call Uriah to Jerusalem?
Did David’s plan succeed?
What did David try the next time?
What was David’s final solution?
What was David’s reaction when he heard that Uriah died in the battle?
When did Bathsheba become David’s wife?
Who did God send to rebuke David?
What approach did Nathan use?
After Nathan convicted David of his sin, what did he tell David?
What consequences would David bear because of his sin?
What did Nathan say after David confessed his sin?
When David and Bathsheba’s son became ill, what did David do?
When he died, what did David do?
How did David show his faith in life after death?
Who was born to David and Bathsheba soon after this?
What other name was given to him?
What does it mean?
Why did Joab call David to Rabbah?
Who loved his sister in David’s family?
Who gave him advice on how to get her alone?
What did he do when they were alone?
How did he feel toward her after this?
Where did she live after this?
What did David do about this?
What occasion did Absalom use to kill Amnon?
What did the other sons of David do?
What false report came to David?
Where did Absalom go after killing Amnon?
How long did he stay there?
Answers to April 22 Questions
List the nations that David defeated. The Philistines, the Moabites, the towns and army of Hadadezer, the Syrians, the Ammonites, the Amelekites, and the Edomites.
What did David do with the gold and silver from the battles he won? He dedicated it all to God
Why did David want to know if Saul had any living descendants? He wanted to show kindness to them for Jonathan’s sake
Who told David about Mephibosheth? Ziba, a servant of Saul
What responsibility did Saul’s servant receive? He would take care of Mephibosheth’s fields (which were Saul’s estate)
Why did David send messengers to the Ammonite king? To comfort the new king because of the death of his father, the previous king of Ammon, who was a friend of David’s
How were they treated? They were rejected and humiliated—half their beards were cut off, and their clothing for the lower half of the body was cut off
How did David respond to this? He sent his army to attack Ammon
What did David do with the gold and silver from the battles he won? He dedicated it all to God
Why did David want to know if Saul had any living descendants? He wanted to show kindness to them for Jonathan’s sake
Who told David about Mephibosheth? Ziba, a servant of Saul
What responsibility did Saul’s servant receive? He would take care of Mephibosheth’s fields (which were Saul’s estate)
Why did David send messengers to the Ammonite king? To comfort the new king because of the death of his father, the previous king of Ammon, who was a friend of David’s
How were they treated? They were rejected and humiliated—half their beards were cut off, and their clothing for the lower half of the body was cut off
How did David respond to this? He sent his army to attack Ammon
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
April 22: 2 Samuel 8-10 David’s Military Achievements
List the nations that David defeated.
What did David do with the gold and silver from the battles he won?
Why did David want to know if Saul had any living descendants?
Who told David about Mephibosheth?
What responsibility did Saul’s servant receive?
Why did David send messengers to the Ammonite king?
How were they treated?
How did David respond to this?
What did David do with the gold and silver from the battles he won?
Why did David want to know if Saul had any living descendants?
Who told David about Mephibosheth?
What responsibility did Saul’s servant receive?
Why did David send messengers to the Ammonite king?
How were they treated?
How did David respond to this?
Answers to April 21 Questions
How many years did David rule as king over all of Israel? 33 years
What did the Jebusites say when David went to Jerusalem? You can’t invade us; the lame and the blind will repel you and your army
What king became a friend to David? Hiram, the king of Tyre
How does 6:2 describe the Ark of the Covenant? It was called by the Name of God
Who died and why? Uzzah
How did they not follow the commands of God? They did not carry the Ark the way God said to carry it
How long did the Ark remain at the house of Obed-Edom? Three months
Why did David try again to bring the Ark to Jerusalem? Because the presence of the Ark blessed Obed-Edom’s house
What did David do in front of everyone as the Ark is brought? He danced with all his might
When and how did Michal rebuke David? When David came in to bless his family, she sarcastically rebuked David for shamelessly flaunting himself in front of the young ladies as an immoral man would
What was David’s response? God gave me the kingdom because I am better than your father, and I am celebrating for God; you may not be impressed, but the young ladies will be!
What did David want to do for the Ark? Build a permanent structure for it
What prophet sent David a message from God? Nathan
What did God promise David? His son would build a house for Him after he died; he would have a special relationship with God; his throne would be established forever
What did David pray in response to the Lord’s message? He praises God and acknowledges His promise and prays for the fulfillment of God’s will
What did the Jebusites say when David went to Jerusalem? You can’t invade us; the lame and the blind will repel you and your army
What king became a friend to David? Hiram, the king of Tyre
How does 6:2 describe the Ark of the Covenant? It was called by the Name of God
Who died and why? Uzzah
How did they not follow the commands of God? They did not carry the Ark the way God said to carry it
How long did the Ark remain at the house of Obed-Edom? Three months
Why did David try again to bring the Ark to Jerusalem? Because the presence of the Ark blessed Obed-Edom’s house
What did David do in front of everyone as the Ark is brought? He danced with all his might
When and how did Michal rebuke David? When David came in to bless his family, she sarcastically rebuked David for shamelessly flaunting himself in front of the young ladies as an immoral man would
What was David’s response? God gave me the kingdom because I am better than your father, and I am celebrating for God; you may not be impressed, but the young ladies will be!
What did David want to do for the Ark? Build a permanent structure for it
What prophet sent David a message from God? Nathan
What did God promise David? His son would build a house for Him after he died; he would have a special relationship with God; his throne would be established forever
What did David pray in response to the Lord’s message? He praises God and acknowledges His promise and prays for the fulfillment of God’s will
Monday, April 20, 2009
April 21: 2 Samuel 5-7 The Ark Is Brought to Jerusalem
How many years did David rule as king over all of Israel?
What did the Jebusites say when David went to Jerusalem?
What king became a friend to David?
How does 6:2 describe the Ark of the Covenant?
Who died and why?
How did they not follow the commands of God?
How long did the Ark remain at the house of Obed-Edom?
Why did David try again to bring the Ark to Jerusalem?
What did David do in front of everyone as the Ark is brought?
When and how did Michal rebuke David?
What was David’s response?
What did David want to do for the Ark?
What prophet sent David a message from God?
What did God promise David?
What did David pray in response to the Lord’s message?
What did the Jebusites say when David went to Jerusalem?
What king became a friend to David?
How does 6:2 describe the Ark of the Covenant?
Who died and why?
How did they not follow the commands of God?
How long did the Ark remain at the house of Obed-Edom?
Why did David try again to bring the Ark to Jerusalem?
What did David do in front of everyone as the Ark is brought?
When and how did Michal rebuke David?
What was David’s response?
What did David want to do for the Ark?
What prophet sent David a message from God?
What did God promise David?
What did David pray in response to the Lord’s message?
Answers to April 20 Questions
Why did Abner decide to help David? He was upset with Ishbosheth’s rebuke of his fornication with Saul’s concubine
What did David require of Abner before he would receive him? That he bring Michal (David’s first wife that Saul had given to Paltiel, another man)
What promise from God did Israel recognize? That God would save Israel from the Philistines and other enemies by the hand of David
Why did Joab kill Abner? For killing his brother in the war before a truce was called
What was wise about David’s reaction to Abner’s death? he proved that he was not guilty or even happy about Abner’s death; he fasted all day, so the people were convinced of David’s true sorrow; he publicly lamented Abner’s death
Who killed Ishbosheth? Baanah and Rechab
What did they do after they killed him? They took his head to David in Hebron and announced that they had avenged Ishbosheth’s pursuit of David
What did David do to them? He executed them for shedding innocent blood and hung their hands and feet by the pool in Hebron
What did David require of Abner before he would receive him? That he bring Michal (David’s first wife that Saul had given to Paltiel, another man)
What promise from God did Israel recognize? That God would save Israel from the Philistines and other enemies by the hand of David
Why did Joab kill Abner? For killing his brother in the war before a truce was called
What was wise about David’s reaction to Abner’s death? he proved that he was not guilty or even happy about Abner’s death; he fasted all day, so the people were convinced of David’s true sorrow; he publicly lamented Abner’s death
Who killed Ishbosheth? Baanah and Rechab
What did they do after they killed him? They took his head to David in Hebron and announced that they had avenged Ishbosheth’s pursuit of David
What did David do to them? He executed them for shedding innocent blood and hung their hands and feet by the pool in Hebron
Sunday, April 19, 2009
April 20: 2 Samuel 3-4 David’s Rule Is Firmly Established
Why did Abner decide to help David?
What did David require of Abner before he would receive him?
What promise from God did Israel recognize?
Why did Joab kill Abner?
What was wise about David’s reaction to Abner’s death?
Who killed Ishbosheth?
What did they do after they killed him?
What did David do to them?
What did David require of Abner before he would receive him?
What promise from God did Israel recognize?
Why did Joab kill Abner?
What was wise about David’s reaction to Abner’s death?
Who killed Ishbosheth?
What did they do after they killed him?
What did David do to them?
Answers to April 19 Questions
Who came to David with news about the death of Saul? A young man who was at the battle
What happened to him? he was executed
Why? He said he had killed Saul. It was not true, but he thought David would be happy and reward him.
What is the main idea in David’s song? Lamenting the loss of Saul and Jonathan
Where in Judah did David set up his rule? Hebron
What message did David send to the men of Jabesh Gilead? He blessed them for the respect they had for Saul and his sons, and he offered peace to them since he was now king
Who led Saul’s army? Abner
Whom did he recognize as king instead of David? Ishbosheth
Who led David’s army? Joab
Who died in the battle between Saul’s army and David’s army? Joab’s brother Asahel
Who proposed a truce? Abner
What happened to him? he was executed
Why? He said he had killed Saul. It was not true, but he thought David would be happy and reward him.
What is the main idea in David’s song? Lamenting the loss of Saul and Jonathan
Where in Judah did David set up his rule? Hebron
What message did David send to the men of Jabesh Gilead? He blessed them for the respect they had for Saul and his sons, and he offered peace to them since he was now king
Who led Saul’s army? Abner
Whom did he recognize as king instead of David? Ishbosheth
Who led David’s army? Joab
Who died in the battle between Saul’s army and David’s army? Joab’s brother Asahel
Who proposed a truce? Abner
Saturday, April 18, 2009
April 19: 2 Samuel 1-2 Civil War
Who came to David with news about the death of Saul?
What happened to him?
Why?
What is the main idea in David’s song?
Where in Judah did David set up his rule?
What message did David send to the men of Jabesh Gilead?
Who led Saul’s army?
Whom did he recognize as king instead of David?
Who led David’s army?
Who died in the battle between Saul’s army and David’s army?
Who proposed a truce?
What happened to him?
Why?
What is the main idea in David’s song?
Where in Judah did David set up his rule?
What message did David send to the men of Jabesh Gilead?
Who led Saul’s army?
Whom did he recognize as king instead of David?
Who led David’s army?
Who died in the battle between Saul’s army and David’s army?
Who proposed a truce?
Answers to April 18 Questions
Whose advice did Saul seek before the battle with the Philistines? The Lord
Did he receive an answer? no
So where did Saul then go to seek guidance? from a medium to ask Samuel
Why was the woman afraid to help Saul? Saul had banished the occult from the land
Whom did she call up for Saul? Samuel
What did he tell Saul? God’s word which he had prophesied are about to be fulfilled; he and his sons would be killed in the battle and Israel would lose
Did Achish want David with him to fight against Israel? yes
Who rejected this idea? The other Philistine lords
Where did David and his men go? Ziklag
What did they find when they went there? The city burned and their families taken captive
What did the men talk about doing to David? Stoning him
How many went with David, and how many stayed with the supplies? 400 with David and 200 stayed behind
How many shared in the spoils? All of them
To whom did David send a part of his share of the spoils? To the elders of the towns where David was customarily welcomed
Who died in the battle on Mount Gilboa? Saul and his sons
How did Saul die? He was mortally wounded and asked his armor-bearer to kill him, but he wouldn’t; Saul committed suicide
What did the Philistines do with their bodies? Cut Saul’s head off and hung their bodies on the wall of Beth Shan
Who took their bodies? The valiant men from Jabesh Gilead
Did he receive an answer? no
So where did Saul then go to seek guidance? from a medium to ask Samuel
Why was the woman afraid to help Saul? Saul had banished the occult from the land
Whom did she call up for Saul? Samuel
What did he tell Saul? God’s word which he had prophesied are about to be fulfilled; he and his sons would be killed in the battle and Israel would lose
Did Achish want David with him to fight against Israel? yes
Who rejected this idea? The other Philistine lords
Where did David and his men go? Ziklag
What did they find when they went there? The city burned and their families taken captive
What did the men talk about doing to David? Stoning him
How many went with David, and how many stayed with the supplies? 400 with David and 200 stayed behind
How many shared in the spoils? All of them
To whom did David send a part of his share of the spoils? To the elders of the towns where David was customarily welcomed
Who died in the battle on Mount Gilboa? Saul and his sons
How did Saul die? He was mortally wounded and asked his armor-bearer to kill him, but he wouldn’t; Saul committed suicide
What did the Philistines do with their bodies? Cut Saul’s head off and hung their bodies on the wall of Beth Shan
Who took their bodies? The valiant men from Jabesh Gilead
April 18: 1 Samuel 28-31 Philistia Defeats Saul
Whose advice did Saul seek before the battle with the Philistines?
Did he receive an answer?
So where did Saul then go to seek guidance?
Why was the woman afraid to help Saul?
Whom did she call up for Saul?
What did he tell Saul?
Did Achish want David with him to fight against Israel?
Who rejected this idea?
Where did David and his men go?
What did they find when they went there?
What did the men talk about doing to David?
How many went with David, and how many stayed with the supplies ?
How many shared in the spoils?
To whom did David send a part of his share of the spoils?
Who died in the battle on Mount Gilboa?
How did Saul die?
What did the Philistines do with their bodies?
Who took their bodies?
Did he receive an answer?
So where did Saul then go to seek guidance?
Why was the woman afraid to help Saul?
Whom did she call up for Saul?
What did he tell Saul?
Did Achish want David with him to fight against Israel?
Who rejected this idea?
Where did David and his men go?
What did they find when they went there?
What did the men talk about doing to David?
How many went with David, and how many stayed with the supplies ?
How many shared in the spoils?
To whom did David send a part of his share of the spoils?
Who died in the battle on Mount Gilboa?
How did Saul die?
What did the Philistines do with their bodies?
Who took their bodies?
Answers to April 17 Questions
From whom did David ask help after he protected his flocks and shepherds? Nabal
What was his answer to David? “Who is David and who is Jesse? Everyone is breaking away from their masters;” he refused to take provisions for his workers to share with “strangers”
To whom did one of his servants go when he heard his master’s foolish rejection of David? Nabal’s wife Abigail
What did she do? She took lots of food and begged forgiveness for her husband’s foolishness
Is revenge a good thing? no
What happened to Nabal? He had a heart attack when Abigail told him what she had done to save the home and died ten days later by the Lord’s hand
What happened to Abigail? David married her
How did David get a second chance to kill Saul? He caught Saul and his guard sleeping
According to 26:10, what are the three general ways to die? The Lord strike him, his day will come to die (naturally), or killed by another man (in battle)
How did David demonstrate to Saul that he could have killed him? He took his spear and water jug
What did Saul admit? He had sinned
Did David trust Saul after Saul told him that he sinned and repented? no
Where did David stay? Gath, a city of Philistia
Whom did David attack? Geshurites (Philistines), Girizites, and Amelekites
Whom did David tell Achish that he was attacking? Judah or the Jerahmeelites or the Kenites
What was Achish hoping? David would be an ally against Israel
What was his answer to David? “Who is David and who is Jesse? Everyone is breaking away from their masters;” he refused to take provisions for his workers to share with “strangers”
To whom did one of his servants go when he heard his master’s foolish rejection of David? Nabal’s wife Abigail
What did she do? She took lots of food and begged forgiveness for her husband’s foolishness
Is revenge a good thing? no
What happened to Nabal? He had a heart attack when Abigail told him what she had done to save the home and died ten days later by the Lord’s hand
What happened to Abigail? David married her
How did David get a second chance to kill Saul? He caught Saul and his guard sleeping
According to 26:10, what are the three general ways to die? The Lord strike him, his day will come to die (naturally), or killed by another man (in battle)
How did David demonstrate to Saul that he could have killed him? He took his spear and water jug
What did Saul admit? He had sinned
Did David trust Saul after Saul told him that he sinned and repented? no
Where did David stay? Gath, a city of Philistia
Whom did David attack? Geshurites (Philistines), Girizites, and Amelekites
Whom did David tell Achish that he was attacking? Judah or the Jerahmeelites or the Kenites
What was Achish hoping? David would be an ally against Israel
April 17: 1 Samuel 25-27 David in Hiding
From whom did David ask help after he protected his flocks and shepherds?
What was his answer to David?
To whom did one of his servants go when he heard his master’s foolish rejection of David?
What did she do?
Is revenge a good thing?
What happened to Nabal?
What happened to Abigail?
How did David get a second chance to kill Saul?
According to 26:10, what are the three general ways to die?
How did David demonstrate to Saul that he could have killed him?
What did Saul admit?
Did David trust Saul after Saul told him that he sinned and repented?
Where did David stay?
Whom did David attack?
Whom did David tell Achish that he was attacking?
What was Achish hoping?
What was his answer to David?
To whom did one of his servants go when he heard his master’s foolish rejection of David?
What did she do?
Is revenge a good thing?
What happened to Nabal?
What happened to Abigail?
How did David get a second chance to kill Saul?
According to 26:10, what are the three general ways to die?
How did David demonstrate to Saul that he could have killed him?
What did Saul admit?
Did David trust Saul after Saul told him that he sinned and repented?
Where did David stay?
Whom did David attack?
Whom did David tell Achish that he was attacking?
What was Achish hoping?
Answers to April 16 Questions
Where did David hide from Saul? The cave of Adullam
Who joined David there? His family and about 400 men who were marginalized in society
Who stayed with the king of Moab while David was in his hiding place? His parents
How did the Lord tell David to go to the land of Judah? Through the prophet Gad
At Gibeah, what accusations did Saul make against everyone? That everyone has conspired against him not to tell what Jonathan and David are plotting against him
Who was killed at Nob? The priests
Who killed them? Doeg the Edomite
Who survived the slaughter? Abiathar
What city did David save when the Philistines attacked it? Keilah
What did God tell David that the men of the city would do to him? Turn him in when Saul comes
Did it happen? no
Who met David in the Wilderness of Ziph? Jonathan
When Saul was very near to finding David, why did he suddenly stop looking for him? It was reported to him that the Philistines have invaded the land
How did David prove that he was not Saul’s enemy? David cut off a piece of Saul’s robe when he went into the cave to relieve himself, not knowing that David was already hiding in there
What proverb did David use to prove he was not guilty toward Saul? “Wickedness proceeds from the wicked.”
To whom did David appeal to show who was right and who was wrong between them? The Lord
What did Saul realize? That David is more righteous than he because Saul rewarded David’s good with evil, and David returned good in response to Saul’s evil; he knew David would be king
What promise did Saul ask David to make? Not to kill his descendants
Who joined David there? His family and about 400 men who were marginalized in society
Who stayed with the king of Moab while David was in his hiding place? His parents
How did the Lord tell David to go to the land of Judah? Through the prophet Gad
At Gibeah, what accusations did Saul make against everyone? That everyone has conspired against him not to tell what Jonathan and David are plotting against him
Who was killed at Nob? The priests
Who killed them? Doeg the Edomite
Who survived the slaughter? Abiathar
What city did David save when the Philistines attacked it? Keilah
What did God tell David that the men of the city would do to him? Turn him in when Saul comes
Did it happen? no
Who met David in the Wilderness of Ziph? Jonathan
When Saul was very near to finding David, why did he suddenly stop looking for him? It was reported to him that the Philistines have invaded the land
How did David prove that he was not Saul’s enemy? David cut off a piece of Saul’s robe when he went into the cave to relieve himself, not knowing that David was already hiding in there
What proverb did David use to prove he was not guilty toward Saul? “Wickedness proceeds from the wicked.”
To whom did David appeal to show who was right and who was wrong between them? The Lord
What did Saul realize? That David is more righteous than he because Saul rewarded David’s good with evil, and David returned good in response to Saul’s evil; he knew David would be king
What promise did Saul ask David to make? Not to kill his descendants
Friday, April 17, 2009
April 16: 1 Samuel 22-24 Saul Seeks to Kill David Part 2
Where did David hide from Saul?
Who joined David there?
Who stayed with the king of Moab while David was in his hiding place?
How did the Lord tell David to go to the land of Judah?
At Gibeah, what accusations did Saul make against everyone?
Who was killed at Nob?
Who killed them?
Who survived the slaughter?
What city did David save when the Philistines attacked it?
What did God tell David that the men of the city would do to him?
Did it happen?
Who met David in the Wilderness of Ziph?
When Saul was very near to finding David, why did he suddenly stop looking for him?
How did David prove that he was not Saul’s enemy?
What proverb did David use to prove he was not guilty toward Saul?
To whom did David appeal to show who was right and who was wrong between them?
What did Saul realize?
What promise did Saul ask David to make?
Who joined David there?
Who stayed with the king of Moab while David was in his hiding place?
How did the Lord tell David to go to the land of Judah?
At Gibeah, what accusations did Saul make against everyone?
Who was killed at Nob?
Who killed them?
Who survived the slaughter?
What city did David save when the Philistines attacked it?
What did God tell David that the men of the city would do to him?
Did it happen?
Who met David in the Wilderness of Ziph?
When Saul was very near to finding David, why did he suddenly stop looking for him?
How did David prove that he was not Saul’s enemy?
What proverb did David use to prove he was not guilty toward Saul?
To whom did David appeal to show who was right and who was wrong between them?
What did Saul realize?
What promise did Saul ask David to make?
Answers to April 15 Questions
What did Saul tell Jonathan to do to David? To kill David
What was Jonathan’s response? To talk his father out of wanting to do this; David had done good for Israel and did not deserve to die
How did Saul try to kill David? He threw a spear at David
How did Michal save David? She put an image in David’s bed and covered it with goat’s hair while David escaped the night before men were sent to kill him the next day
With whom did David want to meet? Samuel
What happened to every man who went to Naioth in Ramah? They prophesied
What celebration did David miss in order to prove to Jonathan that Saul wanted to kill him? The new moon feast
What pact did David and Jonathan make? To test Saul to see what his intentions are for David; to signal that intent; also to treat each other’s families the same as they do each other
What did Saul do when Jonathan rebuked his father for his treatment of David? He was so angry he tried to kill Jonathan
What was the sign that David was in danger and needed to flee? If the arrows are shot too far
Who was the priest at Nob? Ahimelech
What bread did David’s men eat? The showbread
What else did he give David? Goliath’s sword
Who saw all the help that David received at Nob? Doeg the Edomite, chief of Saul’s herdsmen
Where did David go? To Gath in Philisita
Why was David very afraid there? The king’s servants recognized him as the hero of Israel who had killed many Philistines
How did David act in order to escape from there? Like an insane person
What was Jonathan’s response? To talk his father out of wanting to do this; David had done good for Israel and did not deserve to die
How did Saul try to kill David? He threw a spear at David
How did Michal save David? She put an image in David’s bed and covered it with goat’s hair while David escaped the night before men were sent to kill him the next day
With whom did David want to meet? Samuel
What happened to every man who went to Naioth in Ramah? They prophesied
What celebration did David miss in order to prove to Jonathan that Saul wanted to kill him? The new moon feast
What pact did David and Jonathan make? To test Saul to see what his intentions are for David; to signal that intent; also to treat each other’s families the same as they do each other
What did Saul do when Jonathan rebuked his father for his treatment of David? He was so angry he tried to kill Jonathan
What was the sign that David was in danger and needed to flee? If the arrows are shot too far
Who was the priest at Nob? Ahimelech
What bread did David’s men eat? The showbread
What else did he give David? Goliath’s sword
Who saw all the help that David received at Nob? Doeg the Edomite, chief of Saul’s herdsmen
Where did David go? To Gath in Philisita
Why was David very afraid there? The king’s servants recognized him as the hero of Israel who had killed many Philistines
How did David act in order to escape from there? Like an insane person
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
April 15: 1 Samuel 19-21 Saul Seeks to Kill David Part 1
What did Saul tell Jonathan to do to David?
What was Jonathan’s response?
How did Saul try to kill David?
How did Michal save David?
With whom did David want to meet?
What happened to every man who went to Naioth in Ramah?
What celebration did David miss in order to prove to Jonathan that Saul wanted to kill him?
What pact did David and Jonathan make?
What did Saul do when Jonathan rebuked his father for his treatment of David?
What was the sign that David was in danger and needed to flee?
Who was the priest at Nob?
What bread did David’s men eat?
What else did he give David?
Who saw all the help that David received at Nob?
Where did David go?
Why was David very afraid there?
How did David act in order to escape from there?
What was Jonathan’s response?
How did Saul try to kill David?
How did Michal save David?
With whom did David want to meet?
What happened to every man who went to Naioth in Ramah?
What celebration did David miss in order to prove to Jonathan that Saul wanted to kill him?
What pact did David and Jonathan make?
What did Saul do when Jonathan rebuked his father for his treatment of David?
What was the sign that David was in danger and needed to flee?
Who was the priest at Nob?
What bread did David’s men eat?
What else did he give David?
Who saw all the help that David received at Nob?
Where did David go?
Why was David very afraid there?
How did David act in order to escape from there?
Answers to April 14 Questions
Where did the Lord tell Samuel to go? To Jesse in Bethlehem
Why? To anoint one of his sons as king
Why was Samuel concerned that Saul would find out what he was doing? It would be viewed as treason to be anointing a new king when Saul was still king
Whom did Samuel assume that God would select from Jesse’s sons? Eliab
What did the Lord look at in choosing David? The heart
In whose presence did Samuel anoint David? In front of his brothers
What did David receive that day? The Spirit
Why was Saul tormented? An evil spirit bothered him
How did David help Saul to feel better? He played music
Who challenged the army of Israel to send their best warrior against him? Goliath
How many days did this challenge continue? 40 days
What was David’s reaction when he heard Goliath’s words? He was angry that Goliath insults the army of God
How did Saul hear about David? David spoke boldly and the report of his words went to Saul
Why did David believe he could defeat Saul? Because the Lord helped him overcome a bear and a lion when he defended the sheep in his care; also, his cause was just
What did Saul give to David to fight against Goliath? His armor
Did he use it? no
How did David kill Goliath? He slang a stone that sank into his forehead, then he chopped off his head
Who loved David? Jonathan
Why did Saul begin to hate David? He was jealous
Why did Saul become afraid of David? The Lord had departed from him and was with David
What did Saul assign David to do in order to remove him from his presence? To be a captain in the army out fighting
How did Saul use Michal’s love for David to try to get him killed? It was a chance for David to marry her, and he required David to kill 100 Philistines as a dowry. He thought the Philistines would kill David
Why? To anoint one of his sons as king
Why was Samuel concerned that Saul would find out what he was doing? It would be viewed as treason to be anointing a new king when Saul was still king
Whom did Samuel assume that God would select from Jesse’s sons? Eliab
What did the Lord look at in choosing David? The heart
In whose presence did Samuel anoint David? In front of his brothers
What did David receive that day? The Spirit
Why was Saul tormented? An evil spirit bothered him
How did David help Saul to feel better? He played music
Who challenged the army of Israel to send their best warrior against him? Goliath
How many days did this challenge continue? 40 days
What was David’s reaction when he heard Goliath’s words? He was angry that Goliath insults the army of God
How did Saul hear about David? David spoke boldly and the report of his words went to Saul
Why did David believe he could defeat Saul? Because the Lord helped him overcome a bear and a lion when he defended the sheep in his care; also, his cause was just
What did Saul give to David to fight against Goliath? His armor
Did he use it? no
How did David kill Goliath? He slang a stone that sank into his forehead, then he chopped off his head
Who loved David? Jonathan
Why did Saul begin to hate David? He was jealous
Why did Saul become afraid of David? The Lord had departed from him and was with David
What did Saul assign David to do in order to remove him from his presence? To be a captain in the army out fighting
How did Saul use Michal’s love for David to try to get him killed? It was a chance for David to marry her, and he required David to kill 100 Philistines as a dowry. He thought the Philistines would kill David
April 14: 1 Samuel 16-18 David is Anointed King
Where did the Lord tell Samuel to go?
Why?
Why was Samuel concerned that Saul would find out what he was doing?
Whom did Samuel assume that God would select from Jesse’s sons?
What did the Lord look at in choosing David?
In whose presence did Samuel anoint David?
What did David receive that day?
Why was Saul tormented?
How did David help Saul to feel better?
Who challenged the army of Israel to send their best warrior against him?
How many days did this challenge continue?
What was David’s reaction when he heard Goliath’s words?
How did Saul hear about David?
Why did David believe he could defeat Saul?
What did Saul give to David to fight against Goliath?
Did he use it?
How did David kill Goliath?
Who loved David?
Why did Saul begin to hate David?
Why did Saul become afraid of David?
What did Saul assign David to do in order to remove him from his presence?
How did Saul use Michal’s love for David to try to get him killed?
Why?
Why was Samuel concerned that Saul would find out what he was doing?
Whom did Samuel assume that God would select from Jesse’s sons?
What did the Lord look at in choosing David?
In whose presence did Samuel anoint David?
What did David receive that day?
Why was Saul tormented?
How did David help Saul to feel better?
Who challenged the army of Israel to send their best warrior against him?
How many days did this challenge continue?
What was David’s reaction when he heard Goliath’s words?
How did Saul hear about David?
Why did David believe he could defeat Saul?
What did Saul give to David to fight against Goliath?
Did he use it?
How did David kill Goliath?
Who loved David?
Why did Saul begin to hate David?
Why did Saul become afraid of David?
What did Saul assign David to do in order to remove him from his presence?
How did Saul use Michal’s love for David to try to get him killed?
Answers to April 13 Questions
What faith did Jonathan have when he attacked the Philistines? He believed the Lord could save through many people or through a few people
How did he know that God was with him? If the Philistines say, “Come on up to us,” then they would know God would bless their attack on the Philistines
What did God do to help Israel defeat the Philistines? He caused the earth to quake
What oath did Saul impose upon the soldiers? Not to eat anything until evening and they had a victory
Who didn’t know about this oath? Jonathan did not know about it
How did some men sin by how they ate after the battle? They ate meat with the blood still in it
Why did God give Saul no answer when he sought His advice? Because someone had broken the oath
Did Saul intend to kill his son for breaking his oath? yes
Why did he not kill him? The people spoke out against killing the hero of the battle
What did God command Saul to do to the Amelekites? Utterly destroy them and their animals
How was he guilty of disobedience? He spared the king and the best of the animals
What did Saul put on Mount Carmel? A monument for himself
How did Saul try to justify his partial obedience? They were going to offer the animals as sacrifice to the Lord; the people wanted me to do this
What does the Lord love more than sacrifices? obedience
How did Samuel respond when Saul confessed that he had sinned? He refused to worship with him because he rejected the Lord, so the Lord rejected him from being king
According to 15:28, who would rule Israel after Saul? A neighbor better than Saul
Did Samuel ever see Saul after that day? no
How did he know that God was with him? If the Philistines say, “Come on up to us,” then they would know God would bless their attack on the Philistines
What did God do to help Israel defeat the Philistines? He caused the earth to quake
What oath did Saul impose upon the soldiers? Not to eat anything until evening and they had a victory
Who didn’t know about this oath? Jonathan did not know about it
How did some men sin by how they ate after the battle? They ate meat with the blood still in it
Why did God give Saul no answer when he sought His advice? Because someone had broken the oath
Did Saul intend to kill his son for breaking his oath? yes
Why did he not kill him? The people spoke out against killing the hero of the battle
What did God command Saul to do to the Amelekites? Utterly destroy them and their animals
How was he guilty of disobedience? He spared the king and the best of the animals
What did Saul put on Mount Carmel? A monument for himself
How did Saul try to justify his partial obedience? They were going to offer the animals as sacrifice to the Lord; the people wanted me to do this
What does the Lord love more than sacrifices? obedience
How did Samuel respond when Saul confessed that he had sinned? He refused to worship with him because he rejected the Lord, so the Lord rejected him from being king
According to 15:28, who would rule Israel after Saul? A neighbor better than Saul
Did Samuel ever see Saul after that day? no
Sunday, April 12, 2009
April 13: 1 Samuel 14-15 Saul Loses the Kingdom
What faith did Jonathan have when he attacked the Philistines?
How did he know that God was with him?
What did God do to help Israel defeat the Philistines?
What oath did Saul impose upon the soldiers?
Who didn’t know about this oath?
How did some men sin by how they ate after the battle?
Why did God give Saul no answer when he sought His advice?
Did Saul intend to kill his son for breaking his oath?
Why did he not kill him?
What did God command Saul to do to the Amelekites?
How was he guilty of disobedience?
What did Saul put on Mount Carmel?
How did Saul try to justify his partial obedience?
What does the Lord love more than sacrifices?
How did Samuel respond when Saul confessed that he had sinned?
According to 15:28, who would rule Israel after Saul?
Did Samuel ever see Saul after that day?
How did he know that God was with him?
What did God do to help Israel defeat the Philistines?
What oath did Saul impose upon the soldiers?
Who didn’t know about this oath?
How did some men sin by how they ate after the battle?
Why did God give Saul no answer when he sought His advice?
Did Saul intend to kill his son for breaking his oath?
Why did he not kill him?
What did God command Saul to do to the Amelekites?
How was he guilty of disobedience?
What did Saul put on Mount Carmel?
How did Saul try to justify his partial obedience?
What does the Lord love more than sacrifices?
How did Samuel respond when Saul confessed that he had sinned?
According to 15:28, who would rule Israel after Saul?
Did Samuel ever see Saul after that day?
Answers to April 12 Questions
What did the king of the Ammonites require of the men of Jabesh Gilead? Put out their right eyes
How did Saul react when he heard what happened at Jabesh Gilead? He was angry and called all Israel together
After the victory at Jabesh Gilead, whom did the Israelites want to kill? Those who had despised Saul at his coronation
What did Israel do at Gilgal? They made Saul king
What did Samuel ask Israel in connection with his leadership of Israel? If he cheated anyone or took anything from anyone; he offered to accept any criticism and restore anything that anyone might claim that Samuel took unjustly
What sin did Samuel say he would not commit? Ceasing to pray for Israel
What mistake did Saul make in chapter 13? He impatiently made the sacrifice when Samuel delayed his coming for the time of the sacrifice before the battle against the Philistines
How did Saul try to justify himself for his mistake? You didn’t come when you were supposed to; I felt compelled, so I offered it
How did the Philistines keep control of the Israelites? No blacksmiths were allowed who could possibly make weapons for Israel; in effect; Israel was disarmed as best as Philistia could prevent weapons production in Israel
How did Saul react when he heard what happened at Jabesh Gilead? He was angry and called all Israel together
After the victory at Jabesh Gilead, whom did the Israelites want to kill? Those who had despised Saul at his coronation
What did Israel do at Gilgal? They made Saul king
What did Samuel ask Israel in connection with his leadership of Israel? If he cheated anyone or took anything from anyone; he offered to accept any criticism and restore anything that anyone might claim that Samuel took unjustly
What sin did Samuel say he would not commit? Ceasing to pray for Israel
What mistake did Saul make in chapter 13? He impatiently made the sacrifice when Samuel delayed his coming for the time of the sacrifice before the battle against the Philistines
How did Saul try to justify himself for his mistake? You didn’t come when you were supposed to; I felt compelled, so I offered it
How did the Philistines keep control of the Israelites? No blacksmiths were allowed who could possibly make weapons for Israel; in effect; Israel was disarmed as best as Philistia could prevent weapons production in Israel
Saturday, April 11, 2009
April 12: 1 Samuel 11-13 Saul’s Insecure Leadership
What did the king of the Ammonites require of the men of Jabesh Gilead?
How did Saul react when he heard what happened at Jabesh Gilead?
After the victory at Jabesh Gilead, whom did the Israelites want to kill?
What did Israel do at Gilgal?
What did Samuel ask Israel in connection with his leadership of Israel?
What sin did Samuel say he would not commit?
What mistake did Saul make in chapter 13?
How did Saul try to justify himself for his mistake?
How did the Philistines keep control of the Israelites?
How did Saul react when he heard what happened at Jabesh Gilead?
After the victory at Jabesh Gilead, whom did the Israelites want to kill?
What did Israel do at Gilgal?
What did Samuel ask Israel in connection with his leadership of Israel?
What sin did Samuel say he would not commit?
What mistake did Saul make in chapter 13?
How did Saul try to justify himself for his mistake?
How did the Philistines keep control of the Israelites?
Answers to April 11 Questions
Why did Israel ask for a king? They didn’t want Samuel’s sons being judges because they were dishonest
Why was Samuel displeased with their request? He felt they were rejecting him
In fact, whose leadership was Israel rejecting? God’s rule
What warning did Samuel give them about having a king? He would conscript some to be soldiers; girls would be made servants; he would impose high taxes and take the est of their fields, olive orchards, vineyards, etc.
Who became the first king of Israel? Saul
What was he doing? He was looking for his father’s donkeys
Why did he come to Samuel? To seek advice on where to go
How did Saul react when he heard what Samuel said? He was from the smallest family of the smallest tribe in Israel, so he was surprised that Samuel said he would be king
How did Samuel ordain Saul as king? He poured oil on him and kissed him, then he gave him instructions where to go until a week later where he would be publicly coronated
Where did Samuel send Saul? To Bethlehem
Who would meet with Saul there? Two men
Then where did Samuel tell Saul to go? To the terebinth tree of Tabor
Who would Saul meet there? Three men
What would they give Saul? two loaves of bread
Where did Saul go after this? To the hill of God where the Philistines are
What did he do there? He would prophesy
Where did Saul have to wait for seven days? Gilgal
What was Saul’s reaction when some people despised him? He held his peace
Why was Samuel displeased with their request? He felt they were rejecting him
In fact, whose leadership was Israel rejecting? God’s rule
What warning did Samuel give them about having a king? He would conscript some to be soldiers; girls would be made servants; he would impose high taxes and take the est of their fields, olive orchards, vineyards, etc.
Who became the first king of Israel? Saul
What was he doing? He was looking for his father’s donkeys
Why did he come to Samuel? To seek advice on where to go
How did Saul react when he heard what Samuel said? He was from the smallest family of the smallest tribe in Israel, so he was surprised that Samuel said he would be king
How did Samuel ordain Saul as king? He poured oil on him and kissed him, then he gave him instructions where to go until a week later where he would be publicly coronated
Where did Samuel send Saul? To Bethlehem
Who would meet with Saul there? Two men
Then where did Samuel tell Saul to go? To the terebinth tree of Tabor
Who would Saul meet there? Three men
What would they give Saul? two loaves of bread
Where did Saul go after this? To the hill of God where the Philistines are
What did he do there? He would prophesy
Where did Saul have to wait for seven days? Gilgal
What was Saul’s reaction when some people despised him? He held his peace
April 11: 1 Samuel 8-10 Saul Becomes the First King of Israel
Why did Israel ask for a king?
Why was Samuel displeased with their request?
In fact, whose leadership was Israel rejecting?
What warning did Samuel give them about having a king?
Who became the first king of Israel?
What was he doing?
Why did he come to Samuel?
How did Saul react when he heard what Samuel said?
How did Samuel ordain Saul as king?
Where did Samuel send Saul?
Who would meet with Saul there?
Then where did Samuel tell Saul to go?
Who would Saul meet there?
What would they give Saul?
Where did Saul go after this?
What did he do there?
Where did Saul have to wait for seven days?
What was Saul’s reaction when some people despised him?
Why was Samuel displeased with their request?
In fact, whose leadership was Israel rejecting?
What warning did Samuel give them about having a king?
Who became the first king of Israel?
What was he doing?
Why did he come to Samuel?
How did Saul react when he heard what Samuel said?
How did Samuel ordain Saul as king?
Where did Samuel send Saul?
Who would meet with Saul there?
Then where did Samuel tell Saul to go?
Who would Saul meet there?
What would they give Saul?
Where did Saul go after this?
What did he do there?
Where did Saul have to wait for seven days?
What was Saul’s reaction when some people despised him?
Answers to April 10 Questions
Why did Israel bring the Ark to the battle against the Philistines? They though the Lord would be with them and they would win
Who died in the battle? The sons of Eli and 30,000 other Israelites
When Eli heard the report about the battle, what did he do? Fell back and broke his neck
Which upset Eli more, the death of his sons or the capture of the Ark? The Ark’s capture
What was Eli’s grandson’s name? Ichabod
Where did the Philistines put the Ark? Ashdod
What did they see the next day? The statue of Dagon was fallen over on its face in front of the Ark
What happened in Ashdod, Gath, and Ekron when the Ark was moved to each place? They people were afflicted with tumors
What advice did the Philistine soothsayers and priests give concerning the Ark? Return it back to Israel with five golden tumors and five golden rats as an apology and send it back on a new cart pulled by two milk cows; if they go straight up the road to Beth Shemesh, then it was God who caused their suffering; if the cows go elsewhere, then all the suffering was by chance
Why did 70 men in Beth-Shemesh die? They looked in the Ark
Where did they bring the Ark? Kirjath Jearim
What did Samuel tell the people to do? Repent of their idolatry and serve only the Lord
What did the Israelites do at Mizpah? They fasted and prayed
Who attacked Israel when they heard that Israel had gathered at Mizpah? The Philistines
How did the Lord help Israel? He used thunder to confuse and frighten away the Philistines
Who died in the battle? The sons of Eli and 30,000 other Israelites
When Eli heard the report about the battle, what did he do? Fell back and broke his neck
Which upset Eli more, the death of his sons or the capture of the Ark? The Ark’s capture
What was Eli’s grandson’s name? Ichabod
Where did the Philistines put the Ark? Ashdod
What did they see the next day? The statue of Dagon was fallen over on its face in front of the Ark
What happened in Ashdod, Gath, and Ekron when the Ark was moved to each place? They people were afflicted with tumors
What advice did the Philistine soothsayers and priests give concerning the Ark? Return it back to Israel with five golden tumors and five golden rats as an apology and send it back on a new cart pulled by two milk cows; if they go straight up the road to Beth Shemesh, then it was God who caused their suffering; if the cows go elsewhere, then all the suffering was by chance
Why did 70 men in Beth-Shemesh die? They looked in the Ark
Where did they bring the Ark? Kirjath Jearim
What did Samuel tell the people to do? Repent of their idolatry and serve only the Lord
What did the Israelites do at Mizpah? They fasted and prayed
Who attacked Israel when they heard that Israel had gathered at Mizpah? The Philistines
How did the Lord help Israel? He used thunder to confuse and frighten away the Philistines
Friday, April 10, 2009
April 10: 1 Samuel 4-7 The Ark of the Covenant Lost and Regained
Why did Israel bring the ark to the battle against the Philistines?
Who died in the battle?
When Eli heard the report about the battle, what did he do?
Which upset Eli more, the death of his sons or the capture of the ark?
What was Eli’s grandson’s name?
Where did the Philistines put the ark?
What did they see the next day?
What happened in Ashdod, Gath, and Ekron when the ark was moved to each place?
What advice did the Philistine soothsayers and priests give concerning the ark?
Why did 70 men in Beth-Shemesh die?
Where did they bring the ark?
What did Samuel tell the people to do?
What did the Israelites do at Mizpah?
Who attacked Israel when they heard that Israel had gathered at Mizpah?
How did the Lord help Israel?
Who died in the battle?
When Eli heard the report about the battle, what did he do?
Which upset Eli more, the death of his sons or the capture of the ark?
What was Eli’s grandson’s name?
Where did the Philistines put the ark?
What did they see the next day?
What happened in Ashdod, Gath, and Ekron when the ark was moved to each place?
What advice did the Philistine soothsayers and priests give concerning the ark?
Why did 70 men in Beth-Shemesh die?
Where did they bring the ark?
What did Samuel tell the people to do?
What did the Israelites do at Mizpah?
Who attacked Israel when they heard that Israel had gathered at Mizpah?
How did the Lord help Israel?
Answers to April 9 Questions
Who was priest? Eli
Which family in Genesis had similar problems as did Elkanah and his two wives? Jacob and his two wives Rachel and Leah
What promise did Hannah make to God if He would bless her with a son? He would be devoted to God his whole life
What did Eli think when he saw Hannah praying? She was drunk
Why did Hannah name her son Samuel? Because she called upon God’s name for him
What did Hannah do after she brought Samuel as she had promised? Praised God
How did Eli’s sons do wrong? They took the meat of the sacrifices in an unauthorized way; they committed fornication with women at the tabernacle
What did Hannah bring to Samuel every year when she would come to the tabernacle to worship? A little robe
How many more children did Hannah have? five
How did Eli react when he heard the reports about his sons? He said they should stop
What did a prophet tell Eli would be the consequences of not restraining his sons’ behavior? His family line serving as priest would be cut off; any descendants would die in the prime of life; they would have to scrounge around for food
Who did Samuel believe was calling his name? Eli
After this happened three times, what did Eli tell Samuel to do if it happened again? Answer, “Speak, Lord, because your servant is listening.”
Why did God punish Eli’s family? Because Eli refused to restrain his sons’ wickedness
What was Eli’s reaction when he heard this prophecy from Samuel? It is the Lord. Let Him do what seems good to Him.”
Which family in Genesis had similar problems as did Elkanah and his two wives? Jacob and his two wives Rachel and Leah
What promise did Hannah make to God if He would bless her with a son? He would be devoted to God his whole life
What did Eli think when he saw Hannah praying? She was drunk
Why did Hannah name her son Samuel? Because she called upon God’s name for him
What did Hannah do after she brought Samuel as she had promised? Praised God
How did Eli’s sons do wrong? They took the meat of the sacrifices in an unauthorized way; they committed fornication with women at the tabernacle
What did Hannah bring to Samuel every year when she would come to the tabernacle to worship? A little robe
How many more children did Hannah have? five
How did Eli react when he heard the reports about his sons? He said they should stop
What did a prophet tell Eli would be the consequences of not restraining his sons’ behavior? His family line serving as priest would be cut off; any descendants would die in the prime of life; they would have to scrounge around for food
Who did Samuel believe was calling his name? Eli
After this happened three times, what did Eli tell Samuel to do if it happened again? Answer, “Speak, Lord, because your servant is listening.”
Why did God punish Eli’s family? Because Eli refused to restrain his sons’ wickedness
What was Eli’s reaction when he heard this prophecy from Samuel? It is the Lord. Let Him do what seems good to Him.”
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
April 9: 1 Samuel 1-3 A Special Prophet
Who was priest?
Which family in Genesis had similar problems as did Elkanah and his two wives?
What promise did Hannah make to God if He would bless her with a son?
What did Eli think when he saw Hannah praying?
Why did Hannah name her son Samuel?
What did Hannah do after she brought Samuel as she had promised?
How did Eli’s sons do wrong?
What did Hannah bring to Samuel every year when she would come to the tabernacle to worship?
How many more children did Hannah have?
How did Eli react when he heard the reports about his sons?
What did a prophet tell Eli would be the consequences of not restraining his sons’ behavior?
Who did Samuel believe was calling his name?
After this happened three times, what did Eli tell Samuel to do if it happened again?
Why did God punish Eli’s family?
What was Eli’s reaction when he heard this prophecy from Samuel?
Which family in Genesis had similar problems as did Elkanah and his two wives?
What promise did Hannah make to God if He would bless her with a son?
What did Eli think when he saw Hannah praying?
Why did Hannah name her son Samuel?
What did Hannah do after she brought Samuel as she had promised?
How did Eli’s sons do wrong?
What did Hannah bring to Samuel every year when she would come to the tabernacle to worship?
How many more children did Hannah have?
How did Eli react when he heard the reports about his sons?
What did a prophet tell Eli would be the consequences of not restraining his sons’ behavior?
Who did Samuel believe was calling his name?
After this happened three times, what did Eli tell Samuel to do if it happened again?
Why did God punish Eli’s family?
What was Eli’s reaction when he heard this prophecy from Samuel?
Answers to April 8 Questions
Why did Elimelech go to Moab? There was a famine in Judah
Who were his wife and sons? Naomi his wife, and Mahlon and Chilion
Who were his sons’ wives? Ruth and Orpah
What happened to Elimelech and his sons? They died
Who wanted to go with Naomi? Both of the daughters-in-law, but Ruth persisted on going with Naomi
What did Ruth say to Naomi?
"Entreat me not to leave you,
Or to turn back from following after you;
For wherever you go, I will go;
And wherever you lodge, I will lodge;
Your people shall be my people,
And your God, my God.
17 Where you die, I will die,
And there will I be buried.
The LORD do so to me, and more also,
If anything but death parts you and me."
Where in Judah did they stay? Bethlehem
In whose field did Ruth gather heads of grain? Boaz’
How did he show kindness to Naomi and Ruth? He told the workers to let her glean from the sheaves and let some fall on purpose for Ruth to gather grain more easily
Why did Boaz respect Ruth? Because she was loyal and good to Naomi
How did Naomi know that Ruth found a good place for gathering grain? Because she brought back an unusual amount for one day
What did Naomi tell Ruth to do? Stay to work in that field and no other
What did Ruth ask of Boaz? To be her kinsman redeemer
What was his answer? He praised her virtue; he explained there was a closer relative than he, so he promised to fulfill this responsibility if the other man would not; she would be secure
What potential obstacle might prevent the marriage of Boaz and Ruth? A relative other than Boaz had the opportunity/responsibility to be the kinsman redeemer for Elimelech’s family; if he were to take his field and estate, including Ruth as wife instead of Boaz
Was the closest relative willing to redeem Elimelech’s field as his kinsman-redeemer? yes
Was he willing to marry Ruth in order for Elimelech to have family heirs? no
How was the redemption of Elimelech’s estate confirmed? He took his sandal off in front of witnesses
Who was the great-grandson of Boaz and Ruth? David
Who were his wife and sons? Naomi his wife, and Mahlon and Chilion
Who were his sons’ wives? Ruth and Orpah
What happened to Elimelech and his sons? They died
Who wanted to go with Naomi? Both of the daughters-in-law, but Ruth persisted on going with Naomi
What did Ruth say to Naomi?
"Entreat me not to leave you,
Or to turn back from following after you;
For wherever you go, I will go;
And wherever you lodge, I will lodge;
Your people shall be my people,
And your God, my God.
17 Where you die, I will die,
And there will I be buried.
The LORD do so to me, and more also,
If anything but death parts you and me."
Where in Judah did they stay? Bethlehem
In whose field did Ruth gather heads of grain? Boaz’
How did he show kindness to Naomi and Ruth? He told the workers to let her glean from the sheaves and let some fall on purpose for Ruth to gather grain more easily
Why did Boaz respect Ruth? Because she was loyal and good to Naomi
How did Naomi know that Ruth found a good place for gathering grain? Because she brought back an unusual amount for one day
What did Naomi tell Ruth to do? Stay to work in that field and no other
What did Ruth ask of Boaz? To be her kinsman redeemer
What was his answer? He praised her virtue; he explained there was a closer relative than he, so he promised to fulfill this responsibility if the other man would not; she would be secure
What potential obstacle might prevent the marriage of Boaz and Ruth? A relative other than Boaz had the opportunity/responsibility to be the kinsman redeemer for Elimelech’s family; if he were to take his field and estate, including Ruth as wife instead of Boaz
Was the closest relative willing to redeem Elimelech’s field as his kinsman-redeemer? yes
Was he willing to marry Ruth in order for Elimelech to have family heirs? no
How was the redemption of Elimelech’s estate confirmed? He took his sandal off in front of witnesses
Who was the great-grandson of Boaz and Ruth? David
April 8: Ruth 1-4 The Story of Ruth
Why did Elimelech go to Moab?
Who were his wife and sons?
Who were his sons’ wives?
What happened to Elimelech and his sons?
Who wanted to go with Naomi?
What did Ruth say to Naomi?
Where in Judah did they stay?
In whose field did Ruth gather heads of grain?
How did he show kindness to Naomi and Ruth?
Why did Boaz respect Ruth?
How did Naomi know that Ruth found a good place for gathering grain?
What did Naomi tell Ruth to do?
What did Ruth ask of Boaz?
What was his answer?
What potential obstacle might prevent the marriage of Boaz and Ruth ?
Was the closest relative willing to redeem Elimelech’s field as his kinsman-redeemer?
Was he willing to marry Ruth in order for Elimelech to have family heirs?
How was the redemption of Elimelech’s estate confirmed?
Who was the great-grandson of Boaz and Ruth?
Who were his wife and sons?
Who were his sons’ wives?
What happened to Elimelech and his sons?
Who wanted to go with Naomi?
What did Ruth say to Naomi?
Where in Judah did they stay?
In whose field did Ruth gather heads of grain?
How did he show kindness to Naomi and Ruth?
Why did Boaz respect Ruth?
How did Naomi know that Ruth found a good place for gathering grain?
What did Naomi tell Ruth to do?
What did Ruth ask of Boaz?
What was his answer?
What potential obstacle might prevent the marriage of Boaz and Ruth ?
Was the closest relative willing to redeem Elimelech’s field as his kinsman-redeemer?
Was he willing to marry Ruth in order for Elimelech to have family heirs?
How was the redemption of Elimelech’s estate confirmed?
Who was the great-grandson of Boaz and Ruth?
Answers to April 7 Questions
What is the first statement in chapter 19? There was no king in Israel
What story in the Bible resembles the events in chapter 19? Sodom and Gomorrah
In which town did this happen? Gibeah
How did the Levite inform all of Israel what happened to his concubine? He cut her body into 12 parts and sent a part to each tribe
What was Israel’s reaction? They never heard of anything so horrible happening in Israel
Did the Benjamites respect the law as Israel requested them to do? no
In what technique for fighting did 700 of the Benjamites excel? Slinging stones
How many men of Benjamin survived the fight against the rest of Israel? 600
Since the Israelites made an oath not to give their daughters in marriage to the men of Benjamin, how did they find a way for the tribe of Benjamin not to disappear? They punished the people from Jabesh Gilead for not coming to fight Benjamin; they spared 400 maidens to become wives of the men from Benjamin’ the remainder got their wives by taking the maidens of Shiloh on their way to Shechem for a yearly feast
What is the last statement in the Book of Judges? In those days there was no king in Israel, and everyone did what was right in his own eyes
What story in the Bible resembles the events in chapter 19? Sodom and Gomorrah
In which town did this happen? Gibeah
How did the Levite inform all of Israel what happened to his concubine? He cut her body into 12 parts and sent a part to each tribe
What was Israel’s reaction? They never heard of anything so horrible happening in Israel
Did the Benjamites respect the law as Israel requested them to do? no
In what technique for fighting did 700 of the Benjamites excel? Slinging stones
How many men of Benjamin survived the fight against the rest of Israel? 600
Since the Israelites made an oath not to give their daughters in marriage to the men of Benjamin, how did they find a way for the tribe of Benjamin not to disappear? They punished the people from Jabesh Gilead for not coming to fight Benjamin; they spared 400 maidens to become wives of the men from Benjamin’ the remainder got their wives by taking the maidens of Shiloh on their way to Shechem for a yearly feast
What is the last statement in the Book of Judges? In those days there was no king in Israel, and everyone did what was right in his own eyes
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
April 7: Judges 19-21 No King in Israel Part 2
What is the first statement in chapter 19?
What story in the Bible resembles the events in chapter 19?
In which town did this happen?
How did the Levite inform all of Israel what happened to his concubine?
What was Israel’s reaction?
Did the Benjamites respect the law as Israel requested them to do?
In what technique for fighting did 700 of the Benjamites excel?
How many men of Benjamin survived the fight against the rest of Israel?
Since the Israelites made an oath not to give their daughters in marriage to the men of Benjamin, how did they find a way for the tribe of Benjamin not to disappear?
What is the last statement in the Book of Judges?
What story in the Bible resembles the events in chapter 19?
In which town did this happen?
How did the Levite inform all of Israel what happened to his concubine?
What was Israel’s reaction?
Did the Benjamites respect the law as Israel requested them to do?
In what technique for fighting did 700 of the Benjamites excel?
How many men of Benjamin survived the fight against the rest of Israel?
Since the Israelites made an oath not to give their daughters in marriage to the men of Benjamin, how did they find a way for the tribe of Benjamin not to disappear?
What is the last statement in the Book of Judges?
Answers to April 6 Questions
Who stole silver from his mother? Micah
What was her reaction when he confessed his sin? She blessed him
What did Micah do with the silver? He gave all 1100 shekels back to his mother, who took 200 shekels of it to make an graven image
Who was hired to be his priest? A Levite
What is the first statement in chapter 18? “There was no king in Israel, and every man did what was right in his own eyes”
What happened to Micah’s ephod and his priest? The Danites came and took them away
What city did the Danites attack? Laish
What did they name it? Dan
Who was the Levite who served them as priest? Jonathan
Who was his grandfather? Moses
What was her reaction when he confessed his sin? She blessed him
What did Micah do with the silver? He gave all 1100 shekels back to his mother, who took 200 shekels of it to make an graven image
Who was hired to be his priest? A Levite
What is the first statement in chapter 18? “There was no king in Israel, and every man did what was right in his own eyes”
What happened to Micah’s ephod and his priest? The Danites came and took them away
What city did the Danites attack? Laish
What did they name it? Dan
Who was the Levite who served them as priest? Jonathan
Who was his grandfather? Moses
Monday, April 6, 2009
April 6: Judges 17-18 No King in Israel Part 1
Who stole silver from his mother?
What was her reaction when he confessed his sin?
What did Micah do with the silver?
Who was hired to be his priest?
What is the first statement in chapter 18?
What happened to Micah’s ephod and his priest?
What city did the Danites attack?
What did they name it?
Who was the Levite who served them as priest?
Who was his grandfather?
What was her reaction when he confessed his sin?
What did Micah do with the silver?
Who was hired to be his priest?
What is the first statement in chapter 18?
What happened to Micah’s ephod and his priest?
What city did the Danites attack?
What did they name it?
Who was the Levite who served them as priest?
Who was his grandfather?
Answers to April 5 Questions
What requirements were given to Manoah’s wife when she was told she would have a boy? Not to eat anything unclean, not to eat grapes, nor drink grape juice nor wine; her child would be a Naririte from birth
Who talked to Manoah and his wife? The Angel of the Lord
How did Manoah’s wife show more wisdom than Manoah after the Angel of the Lord appeared to them and spoke to them? He was afraid they were going to die for seeing God; she observed that would defeat the purpose of His visit
Who was Manoah’s son? Samson
What was unusual about him? He had long hair as a lifetime Nazirite; he had miraculous strength
What kind of woman did he marry? A Philistine
What riddle did Samson tell the Philistines?
"Out of the eater, something to eat;
out of the strong, something sweet."
How did the Philistines get the answer to the riddle? They threatened to kill her and her family with fire is she didn’t get the answer from Samson
What happened to Samson’s wife? She was given to the best man at the wedding
How did Samson get revenge? He set the Philistines’ fields on fire by tying hot firebrands to the tails of 300 foxes
How did the Philistines get revenge? They burned his wife and her father
How did Samson get his revenge for that? He killed many, but the Philistines went to Judah to get Samson; they sent Samson bound with two new ropes which did not hld him, so he killed 1000 more Philistines with a donkey’s jawbone
Who was hired to betray Samson? Delilah
What did the Philistines do to Samson? They cut his hair, bound him, put out his eyes and made him a prisoner
How did Samson’s power return? His hair eventually grew long again
What was Samson’s motive for destroying the temple of Dagon? To avenge his loss of sight
Who talked to Manoah and his wife? The Angel of the Lord
How did Manoah’s wife show more wisdom than Manoah after the Angel of the Lord appeared to them and spoke to them? He was afraid they were going to die for seeing God; she observed that would defeat the purpose of His visit
Who was Manoah’s son? Samson
What was unusual about him? He had long hair as a lifetime Nazirite; he had miraculous strength
What kind of woman did he marry? A Philistine
What riddle did Samson tell the Philistines?
"Out of the eater, something to eat;
out of the strong, something sweet."
How did the Philistines get the answer to the riddle? They threatened to kill her and her family with fire is she didn’t get the answer from Samson
What happened to Samson’s wife? She was given to the best man at the wedding
How did Samson get revenge? He set the Philistines’ fields on fire by tying hot firebrands to the tails of 300 foxes
How did the Philistines get revenge? They burned his wife and her father
How did Samson get his revenge for that? He killed many, but the Philistines went to Judah to get Samson; they sent Samson bound with two new ropes which did not hld him, so he killed 1000 more Philistines with a donkey’s jawbone
Who was hired to betray Samson? Delilah
What did the Philistines do to Samson? They cut his hair, bound him, put out his eyes and made him a prisoner
How did Samson’s power return? His hair eventually grew long again
What was Samson’s motive for destroying the temple of Dagon? To avenge his loss of sight
Sunday, April 5, 2009
April 5: Judges 13-16 Samson
What requirements were given to Manoah’s wife when she was told she would have a boy?
Who talked to Manoah and his wife?
How did Manoah’s wife show more wisdom than Manoah after the Angel of the Lord appeared to them and spoke to them?
Who was Manoah’s son?
What was unusual about him?
What kind of woman did he marry?
What riddle did Samson tell the Philistines?
How did the Philistines get the answer to the riddle?
What happened to Samson’s wife?
How did Samson get revenge?
How did the Philistines get revenge?
How did Samson get his revenge for that?
Who was hired to betray Samson?
What did the Philistines do to Samson?
How did Samson’s power return?
What was Samson’s motive for destroying the temple of Dagon?
Who talked to Manoah and his wife?
How did Manoah’s wife show more wisdom than Manoah after the Angel of the Lord appeared to them and spoke to them?
Who was Manoah’s son?
What was unusual about him?
What kind of woman did he marry?
What riddle did Samson tell the Philistines?
How did the Philistines get the answer to the riddle?
What happened to Samson’s wife?
How did Samson get revenge?
How did the Philistines get revenge?
How did Samson get his revenge for that?
Who was hired to betray Samson?
What did the Philistines do to Samson?
How did Samson’s power return?
What was Samson’s motive for destroying the temple of Dagon?
Answers to April 4 Questions
Who was the seventh judge (after Abimelech)? Tola
Who was the eighth judge? Jair
When Israel cried out to God in chapter 10, what was His response? When all the nations had attacked Israel in the past, He rescued them; but they kept falling back into idolatry; He told them to call on those gods that they worship
Who was the ninth judge? Jephthah
Why did the Ammonites attack Israel? It was a land dispute
What was Jephthah’s explanation? They did not take anything from Moab or Ammon, only from the Amorites because God gave it to them
What oath did Jephthah make if God would give him success in battle against Ammon? He would sacrifice the first living thing to come out of his house to greet him on his return from battle
What sacrifice did Jephthah make? His daughter
What word was used to determine if someone was from Ephraim or not? Shibboleth only those east of the Jordan said it correctly
Who were the next three judges after Jephthah? Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon
Who was the eighth judge? Jair
When Israel cried out to God in chapter 10, what was His response? When all the nations had attacked Israel in the past, He rescued them; but they kept falling back into idolatry; He told them to call on those gods that they worship
Who was the ninth judge? Jephthah
Why did the Ammonites attack Israel? It was a land dispute
What was Jephthah’s explanation? They did not take anything from Moab or Ammon, only from the Amorites because God gave it to them
What oath did Jephthah make if God would give him success in battle against Ammon? He would sacrifice the first living thing to come out of his house to greet him on his return from battle
What sacrifice did Jephthah make? His daughter
What word was used to determine if someone was from Ephraim or not? Shibboleth only those east of the Jordan said it correctly
Who were the next three judges after Jephthah? Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon
Friday, April 3, 2009
April 4: Judges 10-12 The Middle Judges
Who was the seventh judge (after Abimelech)?
Who was the eighth judge?
When Israel cried out to God in chapter 10, what was His response?
Who was the ninth judge?
Why did the Ammonites attack Israel?
What was Jephthah’s explanation?
What oath did Jephthah make if God would give him success in battle against Ammon?
What sacrifice did Jephthah make?
What word was used to determine if someone was from Ephraim or not?
Who were the next three judges after Jephthah?
Who was the eighth judge?
When Israel cried out to God in chapter 10, what was His response?
Who was the ninth judge?
Why did the Ammonites attack Israel?
What was Jephthah’s explanation?
What oath did Jephthah make if God would give him success in battle against Ammon?
What sacrifice did Jephthah make?
What word was used to determine if someone was from Ephraim or not?
Who were the next three judges after Jephthah?
Answers to April 3 Questions
Who descended on Israel like a swarm of locusts? The Midianites
What did Israel do? Cry out to God
What was God’s response? He sent a prophet and explained why they were suffering
On whom did God call to save Israel? Gideon
Where was he when God called him? Threshing grain in the winepress to hide from the Midianites
How did he react when God said that He was with him? How can the Lord be with us since we are in so much trouble; what about all the good things He did for Israel in the past? He has left us to be oppressed by the Midianites
What did God command Gideon to do as a first step in building his courage? Tear down his father’s altar of Baal by using the second oldest bull in the herd; also tear down the Ashteroth pole and use it to burn the bull as a sacrifice on a new altar he is to make
What wise thing did his father say to those who were upset with Gideon? If Baal has any power, he can defend himself and his altar; anyone who fights for Baal would be put to death
What sign did Gideon request from God that Israel would win the battle? For there to be dew only on a fleece and dry everywhere else the next morning; on the next day, he wanted to see dew everywhere but the fleece be dry. This was actually a scientific approach
Why did God say that Gideon had too many soldiers? God would not get the glory for the victory; they may take it upon themselves
How did he reduce the number the first time? He let whoever was too afraid to fight to go home
How did he reduce the number of men the second time? The test was the manner in which they drank from the water source. Most drank by getting on their knees, putting their mouths down to the water to drink as most animals do. That is not a wise position to be in when you are in a battle zone! A minority drank by bringing water up to their mouths with their hand. It is not as efficient method of getting a drink, but these soldiers are more watchful.
How many men remained? 300
What did Gideon hear in the camp that encouraged him? He overheard two men talking about a dream one of them had and the other one explaining that the meaning of it is the victory of Gideon over all his enemies
What weapons did the Israelites use to attack the enemy? Trumpets and lanterns
Why were some from Ephraim upset with Gideon? Because they were not called to fight with him
When Gideon requested food for his army, how did Succoth and Penuel react? With skepticism; they didn’t feel safe in helping if the kings weren’t already defeated and captured
Why did Jether not want to kill the two kings who killed his uncle? He was still very young
What did Israel want to do with Gideon after his victory? Make him a king
How did Gideon respond to Israel? He said neither he nor his son would rule over them; only the Lord rule over them
What did Gideon make? An ephod of gold
Who started a rebellion at Shechem? Abimelech, son of Gideon
Who escaped from being killed? Jotham
What parable did he give as a curse upon Shechem and Abimelech? How the trees wanted a king for themselves, but the noble olive, fig, and grapevine refused to be king; the no-good thornbush threatened to burn all the trees if they didn’t make him king; this applied to the foolish way in which they followed the evil Abimelech who killed all of Gideon’s son except him; fire from Abimelech would eventually consume them, and fire from them would consume Abimelech
Who turned Shechem against Abimelech? God sent an evil spirit; Gaal was the individual who moved in and rejected Abimilech
Who mortally wounded Abimelech? A woman by dropping a millstone on his head
What did Israel do? Cry out to God
What was God’s response? He sent a prophet and explained why they were suffering
On whom did God call to save Israel? Gideon
Where was he when God called him? Threshing grain in the winepress to hide from the Midianites
How did he react when God said that He was with him? How can the Lord be with us since we are in so much trouble; what about all the good things He did for Israel in the past? He has left us to be oppressed by the Midianites
What did God command Gideon to do as a first step in building his courage? Tear down his father’s altar of Baal by using the second oldest bull in the herd; also tear down the Ashteroth pole and use it to burn the bull as a sacrifice on a new altar he is to make
What wise thing did his father say to those who were upset with Gideon? If Baal has any power, he can defend himself and his altar; anyone who fights for Baal would be put to death
What sign did Gideon request from God that Israel would win the battle? For there to be dew only on a fleece and dry everywhere else the next morning; on the next day, he wanted to see dew everywhere but the fleece be dry. This was actually a scientific approach
Why did God say that Gideon had too many soldiers? God would not get the glory for the victory; they may take it upon themselves
How did he reduce the number the first time? He let whoever was too afraid to fight to go home
How did he reduce the number of men the second time? The test was the manner in which they drank from the water source. Most drank by getting on their knees, putting their mouths down to the water to drink as most animals do. That is not a wise position to be in when you are in a battle zone! A minority drank by bringing water up to their mouths with their hand. It is not as efficient method of getting a drink, but these soldiers are more watchful.
How many men remained? 300
What did Gideon hear in the camp that encouraged him? He overheard two men talking about a dream one of them had and the other one explaining that the meaning of it is the victory of Gideon over all his enemies
What weapons did the Israelites use to attack the enemy? Trumpets and lanterns
Why were some from Ephraim upset with Gideon? Because they were not called to fight with him
When Gideon requested food for his army, how did Succoth and Penuel react? With skepticism; they didn’t feel safe in helping if the kings weren’t already defeated and captured
Why did Jether not want to kill the two kings who killed his uncle? He was still very young
What did Israel want to do with Gideon after his victory? Make him a king
How did Gideon respond to Israel? He said neither he nor his son would rule over them; only the Lord rule over them
What did Gideon make? An ephod of gold
Who started a rebellion at Shechem? Abimelech, son of Gideon
Who escaped from being killed? Jotham
What parable did he give as a curse upon Shechem and Abimelech? How the trees wanted a king for themselves, but the noble olive, fig, and grapevine refused to be king; the no-good thornbush threatened to burn all the trees if they didn’t make him king; this applied to the foolish way in which they followed the evil Abimelech who killed all of Gideon’s son except him; fire from Abimelech would eventually consume them, and fire from them would consume Abimelech
Who turned Shechem against Abimelech? God sent an evil spirit; Gaal was the individual who moved in and rejected Abimilech
Who mortally wounded Abimelech? A woman by dropping a millstone on his head
Thursday, April 2, 2009
April 3: Judges 6-9 Gideon
Who descended on Israel like a swarm of locusts?
What did Israel do?
What was God’s response?
On whom did God call to save Israel?
Where was he when God called him?
How did he react when God said that He was with him?
What did God command Gideon to do as a first step in building his courage?
What wise thing did his father say to those who were upset with Gideon?
What sign did Gideon request from God that Israel would win the battle?
Why did God say that Gideon had too many soldiers?
How did he reduce the number the first time?
How did he reduce the number of men the second time?
How many men remained?
What did Gideon hear in the camp that encouraged him?
What weapons did the Israelites use to attack the enemy?
Why were some from Ephraim upset with Gideon?
When Gideon requested food for his army, how did Succoth and Penuel react?
Why did Jether not want to kill the two kings who killed his uncle?
What did Israel want to do with Gideon after his victory?
How did Gideon respond to Israel?
What did Gideon make?
Who started a rebellion at Shechem?
Who escaped from being killed?
What parable did he give as a curse upon Shechem and Abimelech?
Who turned Shechem against Abimelech?
Who mortally wounded Abimelech?
What did Israel do?
What was God’s response?
On whom did God call to save Israel?
Where was he when God called him?
How did he react when God said that He was with him?
What did God command Gideon to do as a first step in building his courage?
What wise thing did his father say to those who were upset with Gideon?
What sign did Gideon request from God that Israel would win the battle?
Why did God say that Gideon had too many soldiers?
How did he reduce the number the first time?
How did he reduce the number of men the second time?
How many men remained?
What did Gideon hear in the camp that encouraged him?
What weapons did the Israelites use to attack the enemy?
Why were some from Ephraim upset with Gideon?
When Gideon requested food for his army, how did Succoth and Penuel react?
Why did Jether not want to kill the two kings who killed his uncle?
What did Israel want to do with Gideon after his victory?
How did Gideon respond to Israel?
What did Gideon make?
Who started a rebellion at Shechem?
Who escaped from being killed?
What parable did he give as a curse upon Shechem and Abimelech?
Who turned Shechem against Abimelech?
Who mortally wounded Abimelech?
Answers to April 2 Questions
Who was the first judge of Israel? Othniel
Who was the second judge? Ehud
Who was the enemy of Israel? Eglon, king of Moab
How did Ehud escape after he killed Eglon? Through the water closet
Who was the third judge? Shamgar
Who did he kill? 600 Philistines
What was unusual about the fourth judge? The fourth judge was a woman
Who led the army of Israel at that time? Barak
Who led the enemy’s army? Sisera
Who was the hero of the war between the Israelites and Canaanites? A woman, Jael
What did Deborah do in chapter 5? Sing a song (along with Barak)
In her song, who waited in vain for Sisera? His mother
Who was the second judge? Ehud
Who was the enemy of Israel? Eglon, king of Moab
How did Ehud escape after he killed Eglon? Through the water closet
Who was the third judge? Shamgar
Who did he kill? 600 Philistines
What was unusual about the fourth judge? The fourth judge was a woman
Who led the army of Israel at that time? Barak
Who led the enemy’s army? Sisera
Who was the hero of the war between the Israelites and Canaanites? A woman, Jael
What did Deborah do in chapter 5? Sing a song (along with Barak)
In her song, who waited in vain for Sisera? His mother
April 2: Judges 3-5 The Early Judges
Who was the first judge of Israel?
Who was the second judge?
Who was the enemy of Israel?
How did Ehud escape after he killed Eglon?
Who was the third judge?
Who did he kill?
What was unusual about the fourth judge?
Who led the army of Israel at that time?
Who led the enemy’s army?
Who was the hero of the war between the Israelites and Canaanites?
What did Deborah do in chapter 5?
In her song, who waited in vain for Sisera?
Who was the second judge?
Who was the enemy of Israel?
How did Ehud escape after he killed Eglon?
Who was the third judge?
Who did he kill?
What was unusual about the fourth judge?
Who led the army of Israel at that time?
Who led the enemy’s army?
Who was the hero of the war between the Israelites and Canaanites?
What did Deborah do in chapter 5?
In her song, who waited in vain for Sisera?
Answers to April 1 Questions
Which tribe was the first to take their land by force? Judah
What did the king of Bezek think when he was captured and lost his thumbs and big toes? It was God repaying him for doing the same thing to 70 kings
Who married Caleb’s daughter? Othniel
How did he earn the right to marry her? He captured Kiriath Sepher
Where did Moses’ in-laws live? The City of Palms but settled near Arad
Who survived the attack on Bethel? A man who showed the men of Joseph the entrance into the city
Where did he go and what city did he build? To the land of the Hittites and built Luz
What did the Canaanites do that were not killed? Paid tribute to the Israelites
What was the consequence of the not killing the Canaanites? They would be asource of trouble and snares to commit idolatry
How is the faithful generation described in 2:7? They served the Lord all the days of Joshua and all the elders who witnessed the all the great works of God done for Israel
How old was Joshua when he died? 110
How is the next generation described? They did not know God or know the work He had done for Israel
What did the Lord raise up to save Israel, both militarily and spiritually? judges
Why did God allow Israel to let the Canaanites not be completely destroyed? To be a test of Israel’s faithfulness
Describe the cycle of Israel’s relationship with God (2:16-19). Apostasy, punishment, repentance, rescue, prosperity, recidivism
What did the king of Bezek think when he was captured and lost his thumbs and big toes? It was God repaying him for doing the same thing to 70 kings
Who married Caleb’s daughter? Othniel
How did he earn the right to marry her? He captured Kiriath Sepher
Where did Moses’ in-laws live? The City of Palms but settled near Arad
Who survived the attack on Bethel? A man who showed the men of Joseph the entrance into the city
Where did he go and what city did he build? To the land of the Hittites and built Luz
What did the Canaanites do that were not killed? Paid tribute to the Israelites
What was the consequence of the not killing the Canaanites? They would be asource of trouble and snares to commit idolatry
How is the faithful generation described in 2:7? They served the Lord all the days of Joshua and all the elders who witnessed the all the great works of God done for Israel
How old was Joshua when he died? 110
How is the next generation described? They did not know God or know the work He had done for Israel
What did the Lord raise up to save Israel, both militarily and spiritually? judges
Why did God allow Israel to let the Canaanites not be completely destroyed? To be a test of Israel’s faithfulness
Describe the cycle of Israel’s relationship with God (2:16-19). Apostasy, punishment, repentance, rescue, prosperity, recidivism
April 1: Judges 1-2 Another Generation Who Knew Not The Lord
Which tribe was the first to take their land by force?
What did the king of Bezek think when he was captured and lost his thumbs and big toes?
Who married Caleb’s daughter?
How did he earn the right to marry her?
Where did Moses’ in-laws live?
Who survived the attack on Bethel?
Where did he go and what city did he build?
What did the Canaanites do that were not killed?
What was the consequence of the not killing the Canaanites?
How is the faithful generation described in 2:7?
How old was Joshua when he died?
How is the next generation described?
What did the Lord raise up to save Israel, both militarily and spiritually?
Why did God allow Israel to let the Canaanites not be completely destroyed?
Describe the cycle of Israel’s relationship with God (2:16-19).
What did the king of Bezek think when he was captured and lost his thumbs and big toes?
Who married Caleb’s daughter?
How did he earn the right to marry her?
Where did Moses’ in-laws live?
Who survived the attack on Bethel?
Where did he go and what city did he build?
What did the Canaanites do that were not killed?
What was the consequence of the not killing the Canaanites?
How is the faithful generation described in 2:7?
How old was Joshua when he died?
How is the next generation described?
What did the Lord raise up to save Israel, both militarily and spiritually?
Why did God allow Israel to let the Canaanites not be completely destroyed?
Describe the cycle of Israel’s relationship with God (2:16-19).
Answers to March 31 Questions
Who went to their homes east of the Jordan River after the fighting for Canaan ended? The men from Rueben, Gad and Manasseh that lived east of the Jordan
What did they acquire during the fighting? A great amount of livestock, gold, silver, bronze, iron, and clothing
What did they build east of the Jordan? A very large altar
What did the other Israelites think about this? They thought they were starting an unauthorized place of worship
What event did Israel use as an example that one man’s sin can affect the entire country? Achan
Why did the tribes east of the Jordan build the altar? As a reminder to the other tribes that they are to stay united in faith and culture
What was Phinehas’ reaction when he heard their explanation? He was convinced of the Lord’s presence in keeping them from hurting each other because of a misunderstanding
What was the altar called? A Witness Between Us That The Lord Is God
What did Joshua tell Israel that they had seen? What God had done to all the Canaanite nations for their sake
What did Joshua say they would do after he died? Take possession of the land
What did Joshua tell Israel not to do? Not to disobey God’s word; not to associate with the nations around them or serve their gods
What would happen after Israel would become unfaithful? God would use those nations against them
Where did Israel make a covenant with God? Shechem
What did Joshua tell Israel that God did? Took Abraham from Chaldea, gave him many descendants; He sent Moses and Aaron to bring them out of slavery in Egypt, through the wilderness, overcoming the Amorites east of the Jordan, blessing Israel instead of cursing them as Balaam was hired to do; conquered Jericho, used hornets to defeat their enemies,and gave them the land with houses and fields already there
What choice of gods was Israel told to make that day? Choose between the gods of Abraham’s ancestors in Chaldea, or the gods of Egypt, or the Canaanite gods, or serve the Lord God
What choice did Joshua publicly make? “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
What did Joshua do as proof that the people promised to follow only the Lord? He took a large stone and set it up near the great oak near the holy place of God as a witness to their commitment
How long did Israel remain faithful to God? Not only till Joshua’s death, but for the entire time that generation that saw the things God did in Egypt
What did they acquire during the fighting? A great amount of livestock, gold, silver, bronze, iron, and clothing
What did they build east of the Jordan? A very large altar
What did the other Israelites think about this? They thought they were starting an unauthorized place of worship
What event did Israel use as an example that one man’s sin can affect the entire country? Achan
Why did the tribes east of the Jordan build the altar? As a reminder to the other tribes that they are to stay united in faith and culture
What was Phinehas’ reaction when he heard their explanation? He was convinced of the Lord’s presence in keeping them from hurting each other because of a misunderstanding
What was the altar called? A Witness Between Us That The Lord Is God
What did Joshua tell Israel that they had seen? What God had done to all the Canaanite nations for their sake
What did Joshua say they would do after he died? Take possession of the land
What did Joshua tell Israel not to do? Not to disobey God’s word; not to associate with the nations around them or serve their gods
What would happen after Israel would become unfaithful? God would use those nations against them
Where did Israel make a covenant with God? Shechem
What did Joshua tell Israel that God did? Took Abraham from Chaldea, gave him many descendants; He sent Moses and Aaron to bring them out of slavery in Egypt, through the wilderness, overcoming the Amorites east of the Jordan, blessing Israel instead of cursing them as Balaam was hired to do; conquered Jericho, used hornets to defeat their enemies,and gave them the land with houses and fields already there
What choice of gods was Israel told to make that day? Choose between the gods of Abraham’s ancestors in Chaldea, or the gods of Egypt, or the Canaanite gods, or serve the Lord God
What choice did Joshua publicly make? “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
What did Joshua do as proof that the people promised to follow only the Lord? He took a large stone and set it up near the great oak near the holy place of God as a witness to their commitment
How long did Israel remain faithful to God? Not only till Joshua’s death, but for the entire time that generation that saw the things God did in Egypt
March 31: Joshua 22-24 The Golden Generation
Who went to their homes east of the Jordan River after the fighting for Canaan ended?
What did they acquire during the fighting?
What did they build west of the Jordan?
What did the other Israelites think about this?
What event did Israel use as an example that one man’s sin can affect the entire country?
Why did the tribes east of the Jordan build the altar?
What was Phinehas’ reaction when he heard their explanation?
What was the altar called?
What did Joshua tell Israel that they had seen?
What did Joshua say they would do after he died?
What did Joshua tell Israel not to do?
What would happen after Israel would become unfaithful?
Where did Israel make a covenant with God?
What did Joshua tell Israel that God did?
What choice of gods was Israel told to make that day?
What choice did Joshua publicly make ?
What did Joshua do as proof that the people promised to follow only the Lord?
How long did Israel remain faithful to God?
What did they acquire during the fighting?
What did they build west of the Jordan?
What did the other Israelites think about this?
What event did Israel use as an example that one man’s sin can affect the entire country?
Why did the tribes east of the Jordan build the altar?
What was Phinehas’ reaction when he heard their explanation?
What was the altar called?
What did Joshua tell Israel that they had seen?
What did Joshua say they would do after he died?
What did Joshua tell Israel not to do?
What would happen after Israel would become unfaithful?
Where did Israel make a covenant with God?
What did Joshua tell Israel that God did?
What choice of gods was Israel told to make that day?
What choice did Joshua publicly make ?
What did Joshua do as proof that the people promised to follow only the Lord?
How long did Israel remain faithful to God?
Answers to March 30 Questions
Where were the cities of refuge located? Kedesh, Shechem, Hebron, Bezer, Ramoth, Golan
Whose inheritance is described in chapter 21? The Levites
Where were the cities for the priests located? 13 cities throughout Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin
Where was the inheritance of the high priest? Hebron
What is the main point in 21:43-45? God gave all the land that He promised to Abraham
Whose inheritance is described in chapter 21? The Levites
Where were the cities for the priests located? 13 cities throughout Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin
Where was the inheritance of the high priest? Hebron
What is the main point in 21:43-45? God gave all the land that He promised to Abraham
March 30: Joshua 20-21 The Levites’ Cities
Where were the cities of refuge located?
Whose inheritance is described in chapter 21?
Where were the cities for the priests located?
Where was the inheritance of the high priest?
What is the main point in 21:43-45?
Whose inheritance is described in chapter 21?
Where were the cities for the priests located?
Where was the inheritance of the high priest?
What is the main point in 21:43-45?
Answers to March 29 Questions
Chapter 16 describes the inheritance for which tribes? Ephraim
Which family clan from Manasseh were good fighters? Makir’s family clan
What land did the daughters of Zelophehad inherit? Land along with their uncles between Issachar to the east, Asher to the northwest, and Ephraim to the south
What did the descendants of Joseph request? More space because they had so much livestock and people
What objections did they make when Joseph told them to take the mountain country of the Perizzites and Rephaimites (giants)? They have iron chariots
What was Joshua’s response to their objection? You are numerous and powerful enough to drive them out of the forest country
What determined which land the other tribes would receive for their inheritance? Casting lots
Which tribes’ inheritance is described in chapter 18? Benjamin
Which tribes’ inheritance is described in chapter 19? Simeon, Zebulon, Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, Dan
What did Joshua inherit? Timnath Serah in the hill country of Ephraim
Which family clan from Manasseh were good fighters? Makir’s family clan
What land did the daughters of Zelophehad inherit? Land along with their uncles between Issachar to the east, Asher to the northwest, and Ephraim to the south
What did the descendants of Joseph request? More space because they had so much livestock and people
What objections did they make when Joseph told them to take the mountain country of the Perizzites and Rephaimites (giants)? They have iron chariots
What was Joshua’s response to their objection? You are numerous and powerful enough to drive them out of the forest country
What determined which land the other tribes would receive for their inheritance? Casting lots
Which tribes’ inheritance is described in chapter 18? Benjamin
Which tribes’ inheritance is described in chapter 19? Simeon, Zebulon, Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, Dan
What did Joshua inherit? Timnath Serah in the hill country of Ephraim
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