Mar 22, 2023
Today we look at one of the most famous events in the entire Bible: David and Goliath. As we look at this familiar passage, we'll see that it has much more to say than simply "conquering the giants in our life". Join us for another key study in the key chapters of the Bible!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. The opening verses of chapter 17 tells us that
the Philistines were gathering for battle at Socoh. According to
verse 1, where was this city? What does this fact tell us about the
Philistine dominance over Israel during this time?
2. The fight between David and Goliath was something
called “Single Combat” where a single soldier would represent the
entire army. What does the fact that no Israelite was willing to
face Goliath indicate about their trust in God? What does verse 11
tell us about their mindset during this time?
3. According to 1 Samuel 13:22, only Saul and Jonathan
had swords. Therefore, who was most likely supposed to go out and
fight Goliath?
4. When David saw Goliath taunting the armies of
Israel, what was his response? What were his brother’s reactions to
his questions? Why do you think they responded this way?
5. According to verse 25, what was Saul prepared to
give to whomever would defeat Saul?
6. When Saul turned down David’s offer to fight
Goliath, how did David respond? How is that an indication of his
abiding & persistent faith?
7. Who was David trusting in verse 37? What reasons
did he give for his trust?
8. Read over David’s words to Goliath in verses 45-47.
What did they indicate about David’s faith and more importantly,
his purpose in fighting Goliath?
9. Saul and Jonathan wouldn’t fight Goliath with
swords; what did David fight with? Therefore, what was really
necessary for David to have victory over Goliath?
10. What were some ways discussed in the podcast, that
David’s faith was galvanized? How did this faith galvanize his will
to act? How did this compel him to fight when no one else
would?
11. What is motivating you to press forward in your
life? Can any of your motives be further refined that your life
would be about bringing glory to God?
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