We are beginning our third week of traveling through questions in the Bible. This week we will look at queries asked by two different individuals–Abishai and Abner. Abishai was one of David’s loyal military heroes. His questions indicate his loyalty and his desire to defend King David.
Abner was captain of Saul’s army. The tension between David and Saul led to conflict between Abner and Joab, David’s general.
In your journal or notebook, be sure to record: (1) To whom was the question was asked? (2) What was the response? (3) What difference did the question make?
When we complete this journey, you will have studied every question in the Bible. Have fun!
Questions Abishai Asked
Why should this dead dog curse my lord the king? 2 Sam. 16:9
Shouldn’t Shimei be put to death for this? 2 Sam. 19:21
Questions Abner Asked
Who are you who calls to the king? 1 Sam. 26:14
Is that you, Asahel? 2 Sam. 2:20
Why should I strike you down? 2 Sam. 2:22
How could I look your brother in the face? 2 Sam. 2:22
Must the sword devour forever? 2 Sam. 2:26
Don’t you realize that this will end in bitterness? 2 Sam. 2:26
How long before you order your men to stop pursuing their brothers? 2 Sam. 2:26
Am I a dog’s head – on Judah’s side? 2 Sam. 3:8