Samson
What was the name of the Phillistine woman that Samson fell in love with?
Delilah
Who was Ruth's Grandson?
King David
What was special about Samuel's birth?
His mother was barren and unable to have children
Who was the first king of Israel?
Saul
How did Samson's final act remind us of God's faithfulness
Samson abandoned his vow, but God didn't abandon him. Samson cried out to God and he listened
Where did Samson find honey on the road?
Lion's carcass
Who's field did Ruth gather fallen grain in?
Boaz
What promise did Hannah make to God?
If he would give her a child she would give the child back to God
What was physically impressive about Saul?
He was a head taller than every other man
What does Samuel's birth teach us about the power of prayer?
Hannah poured out her heart asking for a child and God gave her Samuel.
What led to Samson's downfall?
He broke his Nazarite Vow by Delilah shaving his head
What life changing decision did Ruth make after her husband died?
To live in Israel with her mother in law Naomi
Who was the priest at the temple when Hannah was praying for a son?
Eli
What tribe of Israel was Saul from?
Benjamine
What did the Israelites ask Samuel for?
This request was rejecting God
They asked to be like all the other nations and asked for a king
What were the three rules of the Nazarite Vow that Samson took?
1. Can't Drink Wine/Beer
2. Can't cut his hair
3. Can't eat anything unclean
Why was Boaz so kind to Ruth?
He had heard what she had done for her mother in law. He knew she was a good person
Who are Samuel's parents?
Elkanah and Hannah
How many Israelites did Saul assemble to attack the Ammonites that were laying siege to Jabesh
330,000
What are some of the dangers of putting our hope in human leaders?
Even the greatest people can't fix the greatest problems, only God can! Humans aren't perfect and will make mistakes, but God is the perfect King
What was the name of Samson's Dad?
Manoah
How does this story remind us that God is always at work?
God had a plan for Ruth. Even after Ruth's husband died God had a plan to bring their family back to Israel so that she could meet Boaz and be part of Jesus' genealogy. God is always at work, in the good and bad
What did Hannah teach us about keeping our promises?
Hannah made a vow with God and followed through with it. We should do the same and not make empty promises to God or others
How did Saul show humility and mercy after the victory over the Ammonites?
He praised God and gave him the credit for the victory and he also spared the men that did not support him as king
What is righteous anger? How is different than normal anger?
Righteous anger is being angry about the injustices of the world and taking action to stand up for people that can't stand up for themselves