Study Questions — 2 Kings 4

5 questions

1. How does the story of the widow's oil demonstrate God's provision in times of need?

   Thematic focusGod's provision and faithfulness.

   Taking it further

   Encourages the reader to trust in God's ability to provide abundantly even when resources seem scarce.

   Key verses

   • 2 Kings 4:1-7

   • #Provision
   • #Faith
   • #Miracles

2. What can we learn from the Shunammite woman's hospitality and her relationship with Elisha?

   Thematic focusHospitality and service.

   Taking it further

   Challenges the reader to consider how they can show hospitality and serve others in their community.

   Key verses

   • 2 Kings 4:8-10

   • #Hospitality
   • #Service
   • #Community

3. How does the resurrection of the Shunammite's son reveal God's power over life and death?

   Thematic focusGod's power and sovereignty.

   Taking it further

   Invites the reader to reflect on God's ultimate authority and power in their own life situations.

   Key verses

   • 2 Kings 4:32-37

   • #Power
   • #Sovereignty
   • #LifeAndDeath

4. In what ways does the story of the poisoned stew teach us about God's protection and care?

   Thematic focusDivine protection and care.

   Taking it further

   Encourages the reader to trust in God's protection in situations that seem harmful or dangerous.

   Key verses

   • 2 Kings 4:38-41

   • #Protection
   • #Care
   • #Trust

5. What does the multiplication of the loaves teach us about God's ability to meet our needs?

   Thematic focusGod's provision and abundance.

   Taking it further

   Challenges the reader to have faith in God's ability to provide more than enough in times of need.

   Key verses

   • 2 Kings 4:42-44

   • #Provision
   • #Abundance
   • #Faith

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