Mar 25, 2023
There are times when life looks desperate and we don’t know where to turn. Today, we’ll look at Saul’s sinful act of suicide and see how it was a reflection of a life of disobedience to God. Although the chapter is short and the topic is difficult, this material helps us clarify what life is about. So, please join us for another key study in a key chapter of God’s Word!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. Think back over what we’ve learned about Saul’s
life. What are some principles we can glean from his life? Was his
life an example worth following? Why would God not want a king like
this over His people?
2. What is the context leading up to 1 Samuel 31? What
have we discussed over the last few days that lead into this
passage today?
3. As you look at 1 Samuel 31:1, how did the battle
start off with the Philistines?
4. What happened to Saul and his sons in verses 2 &
3?
5. What does Saul do in verse 4? What does this lead
his armor bearer to do in verse 5? What did it lead the people to
do in verse 7? Do you think Saul’s actions had a righteous impact
on those around him? What should he have done?
6. What do the Philistines do with Saul’s body in
verses 8-10?
7. What did the inhabitants of Jabesh-gilead do in
verses 11- 13? Why do you think they did this?
8. As you reflect upon Saul’s life, how was the
pattern of his life one of drifting away from the Lord? What does
that look like?
9. The beginning of the podcast mentions the idea of
writing your own obituary. While this might seem like a morbid
suggestion, it does have a way of putting life in perspective. How
about you take a few minutes to write down what you would want said
in your obituary?
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