A House Divided (Kings)
How many peaceful years had there been between Israel and Syria before the nations once again went to war?
3 (1 Kings 22:1)
That three years was the calm before the storm. Ahab had been told he'd have trouble with Syria, but he wouldn't listen to the words of the prophet of God.
Boaz agreed to anything Ruth wanted because he and his people in the city knew Ruth was what?
a woman of excellence ( Ruth 3:11)
Ruth possessed all the qualities that were admirable in a woman.
What was Abraham told to do with Isaac?
Human sacrifice was practiced in the Old Testament time, but not by the godly.
After being deceived three times by Samson, what did Delilah do to learn the truth of Samson's great strength?
Delilah nagged at Samson continuously, twisting the situation to make it appear that Samson was the deceptive one.
How many men did King Saul take with him when he pursued David into the wilderness?
3,000 (1 Sam 24:1-2)
David fled to Engedi, which was about 30 miles southeast of Jerusalem. It had rugged mountains full of caverns.
Who was the prophet who spoke against King Ahab of Israel?
Elijah (1 Kings 17:1)
Ahab set up Baal worship, and build altars to other gods. Of the six kings before him, he was the worst.
Where did Boaz go to meet Naomi's closer relative?
The city gate (Ruth 4:1)
The city gate was where business transactions were made. Many Eastern cities still conducted business in that location.
Who accompanied Abraham and Isaac on their journey to Moriah?
two slaves (Gen 22:3)
These servants accompanied Abraham and Isaac only as far as the foot of the mountain.
What did Delilah do when Samson, being completely annoyed with her, finally told her the truth about his strength?
called the Phillitine lords (Jud 16:18)
Delilah took in all the information and waited for the opportunity to betray Samson.
Where were David and King Saul when David spared Saul's life?
in a cave (1 Sam 24:3-7)
David and Saul were in a cave called a sheepfold or sheepcote. These caves were enormous and were used to shelter flocks of sheep from the intense sun.
When Elijah went to the city of Zarephath, who did he ask to give him bread and water?
a widow woman (1 Kings 17:9-10)
The poor widow only had enough flour an oil to make one final meal for herself and her son.
Who did Boaz ask to sit at the city gate with him?
elders (Ruth 4:2) (10 of them)
Ten men were required to be witnesses to matters as serious as marriage.
What did God provide for the sacrifice?
a ram (Gen 22:13)
A burnt offering was a symbol of complete surrender to God. Unlike other offerings in which only part of the animal was burnt, during this offering the whole animal was consumed by the fire.
When the Phillistine lords came to Delilah, what did they bring her?
silver pieces (Jud 16:18)
When the Phillistine lords arrived at her home, Delilah collected the 5,500 pieces of silver (1,100 from each of the five) promised her for the delivery of Samson.
When Samuel went to the house of Jesse to anoint the next king, what was David doing?
tending sheep (1 Sam 16:1, 11-13)
Even his father overlooked David as the potential king. He was just a boy, he was a shepherd and he had no life experience.
What did Jeroboam tell his wife to do when she wen to see Ahijah?
disguise herself (1 Kings 14:2)
Concerned about what kind of word he receive from Ahijah, Jeroboam thought a disguise might produce a different message.
How long had Naomi's sons been married before they died?
11 years (Ruth 1:5)
The three widows would have to figure out how they were going to survive without their husbands to provide for them.
What happened to Abraham when he was 99 years old?
he was circumcised (Gen 17:24)
The ceremony of circumcision was usually performed by the father. It could be done by an Israelite or even a woman, but never a Gentile.
When Delilah felt it was time to execute the plan of betrayal, where did Delilah have Samson sleep?
on her lap (Jud 16:19)
Samson had his head in Delilah's lap, which would place him in the perfect position for her to carry out her offense.
What did David tell Goliath he would do with the bodies of the Philistine soldiers?
feed them to the birds and beasts (1 Sam 17:46)
David claimed victory to the name of the Lord, and the victory would show to everyone that God delivers His people.
What happened when Jeroboam's wife entered fer home?
her son died (1 Kings 14:17)
This son was the heir to the throne, and was the only male from the house of Jeraboam to be buried.
Where did Naomi tell her daughter-in-law to go?
their mother's house (Ruth 1:8)
Naomi was freeing women of any obligation they had, or felt they had, toward her, and encouraging them to return home.
How many sons did Noah have?
3 (Gen 6:10)
Japheth is the ancestor of those who settled in Europe and Asia Minor. Ham is the ancestor of those settling in Canaan, Egypt and Africa. Shem is the ancestor of the Semitic people.
What happened to Samson while he slept on Delilah's knees?
his head was shaved (Jud 16:19)
Samson must have been bewitched by Delilah to be willing to trust her a fourth time, but he did, and he can to see her true nature.
What did King Saul promise to give to the slayer of Goliath?
his daughter (1 Sam 17:23-25)
King Saul offered Merab to David, but while David was battling the Philistines, Saul gave her to another.