1 Samuel Lesson 14 (Final)30-31

1 Samuel 30-31 Lesson 14 (Final)

1. How long had David and his men been traveling when they returned home to Ziklag (30:1)?

   Imagine how those men felt and what they were looking forward to upon arriving home.  

   Contrast that with what they find when they arrive (30:1-3)?

2. Who is responsible for the violence and destruction in Ziklag (30:1)? Why is this significant? 

    Glance back at chapter 15 to help with your answer.

3. In addition to the great loss his people have suffered at the hands of the Amalekites, what 

    personal reason does David have for being distressed (30:6)?

4. Where does David turn in his distress (30:6)?   But David ____________himself in the ______

    

     his ________.

5. The Amalekites were nomadic raiders without a permanent settlement. They could have 

    headed off in any direction at any time. Answer each question by writing  yes or No.

    ____ Is there any indication in verses 30:1-8 of where the Amalekites were going after they 

            raided Ziklag?

   ____ Does God direct David to go find them 30:9?

   ____ Does David obey God’s direction 30:9

   In light of your answers, what “spiritual muscle” does David employ when he sets out to find 

   the Amalekites 30:9?

6. The final act in 1Samuel is one of kindness 31:8-13. Look back at 11:1-11 and note what reason the residents of Jabesh -gilead have for their brave mission to provide the fallen King Saul with some final dignity.