Purpose:

The purpose of this Blog is to expand and extend the discussion of a Sunday school class, Adult II, beyond the classroom. Each week, we will sequentially read a chapter of a book in the Bible followed by an open sharing of insights and perspectives on the Word. It is our prayer that the exchange that takes place will always be directed by the Holy Spirit, who is the mind of God, and it is done in LOVE so that all who participate may be edified.

Saturday, October 15, 2011

2 Samuel 17 Hushai's Counsel

Key Events:

  1. Ahithophel gives counsel to Absalom.  He offers to pursue David and kill him, bringing back the rest of the people to serve Absalom.
  2. Absalom seeks advice of Hushai on the matter and gets a contrary counsel.  Hushai suggests David is too smart to be caught.  He is a warrior with the heart of a lion. Better to gather all Israel along with Absalom to pursue David and his men.  
  3. David gets warning from Hushai of the plot.  He finds refuge in the well of a maidservant.  They all escape safely.  
  4. Ahithophel commits suicide after his counsel was rejected.
  5. David and followers find safe harbor with a sympathizer in Mahanaim. 
Discussion:
  1. What appears to be the motivations of Ahithophel?
  2. Comment on the role of Hushai in this chapter. What are his motives?
  3. Who is "winning"?
  4. What can we learn from this story  ... of lost followership to David as a king? ... The persecution of David by his own son?  ... The reactions of David in times of crisis? ... The responses of those in his inner circle in a time of crisis? 
  5. Where is God in this story?
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