David Takes Consecrated Bread

Where does David go when fleeing from Saul? (v. 1)

Why is Ahimelech “trembling” as he comes to meet David? (v. 1)

What question does he ask David? (v. 1)

How did David explain the fact that he was alone? (v. 2)

What provision does David ask of Ahimelech? (v. 3)

What type of bread was available? (v. 4)

What condition did Ahimelech have to put on the gift? (v. 4)

How did David’s answer reassure Ahimelech? (v. 5)

Was it right for David to lead Ahimelech astray? (v. 5)

Who happened to be at Nob on the same day David visited? (v. 7)

What further provision did David ask of Ahimelech? (v. 8)

What was the only weapon available? (v. 9)

Why do you think it was kept in a place of worship?

Was it rightfully David’s?

What sort of person would you be inclined to help, even if he or she were in trouble with the authorities?

Do you think this would have turned out differently, if David told the truth?