Gideon and Samson
Samson’s great strength was brought down by his weakness for __________?
women
Ruth proved her loyalty to Naomi by ____________?
returning with Naomi to her homeland/Israel
Where was David when Jesse brought his sons before Samuel?
Shepherding his father’s sheep
Man looks on the _________ __________ but the LORD looks on the _________.
outward appearance, heart
David had the opportunity to kill Saul on 2 separate occasions. What were the two occasions and what did he do to provide evidence that he had spared Saul’s life?
1) When Saul entered the cave to relieve himself where David was hiding; David cut off the edge of his robe
2) David entered Saul’s camp at night and took Saul’s spear and jug of water
Samson defeated 1,000 Philistines using what weapon?
a jawbone of a donkey
Where did Boaz first notice Ruth?
working in his fields (bonus if you say “gleaning”)
True or False. Saul was reluctant to accept the position of Israel’s anointed king.
True
What did David do to clearly indicate to everyone that Goliath was dead?
Cut off his head
What was the primary incident that caused Saul to become jealous of David?
He heard the women singing “Saul has killed his thousands and David his ten thousands”
Why did God choose Gideon, reduce the size of the army, and have them use no weapons?
For God to get the glory/so man wouldn't boast in himself
What was Hannah’s response to the sorrow she had and persecution she received from being barren?
Cried out to the Lord in prayer and trusted Him
The Spirit of the LORD departed form Saul and a _______ _______ tormented him.
Harmful spirit
David chose not to wear Saul’s armor because _________?
He said, “I cannot walk with these for I have not tested them” (he was not comfortable in the armor)
Who did Saul try to kill with a spear? (Bonus if you know the number of times)
David (3 times); Jonathon (1 time)
What two things did God tell Gideon to do to reduce the size of the army Gideon was leading?
1. All who were fearful go home
2. Drinking water – all who got on their knees were sent home
What obstacle did Boaz face before he could become the kinsman redeemer for Ruth and Naomi?
He wasn’t the first in line. A closer relative had to surrender his claim on her
What caused Saul to lose his kingdom? Be specific.
He disobeyed God by not killing everything and everyone after defeating the Amalekites. He spared the king and the best of the animals.
How many days did Goliath taunt the Israelite army?
40
Why did David refuse to kill Saul when given the opportunity?
He recognized Saul as God’s anointed king and wouldn’t take matters into his own hands
Samson was a Nazirite, which means he was set apart. What 3 laws was a Nazirite committed to follow?
1) drinking no wine
2) eating no unclean thing
3) not shaving his head
What were the names of Eli's two evil sons?
Hophni and Phineas
Who warned the people of the dangers of having a king? Name 2 of those warnings.
Samuel
1) taxes
2) take their children
3) take their possessions
4) force them into battle
What action did Jonathon take to honor David when he returned from battle with the Philistines? (this was after he killed Goliath)
He gave him his robe, his armor, and his weapons
How many men did Saul take when he pursued David into the wilderness?
3000