Why do we find it hard to listen to God?What are some of the ways Hannah might have reacted to Eli’s rebuke? How did she respond instead? Why do you think this was so?
How does God speak to us?
How would you describe Saul’s fatal flaw?
Was Saul God’s choice or Israel’s mistake? Why?
What made David a person after God’s heart? Would you describe yourself this way? Why or why not?
David was not perfect. What were some of his flaws? Why did he succeed despite them?
On several occasions, David refused to act rashly. What keeps you from making rash decisions?
Can you think of a time when God protected you from foolish choices or actions?
One of the themes of this book is the difference between Saul and David. What major differences do you see between the two?
