1 Samuel - Chapter-14 | 10000questions.org

1 Samuel Chapter 14 Summary

Jonathan's great victory over the Philistines.

What kind of a man is Jonathan? How is he different from his father?
Consider Jonathan’s words in verse 6. Why would Jonathan not tell anyone except his armour bearer about his plan? How is this an act of faith in God?
Jonathan makes a series of if…then statements in verses 9-10. Is Jonathan testing God? How does the author affirm his actions? Consider his statements against those of Gideon in Judges 6: 36-40.
In what ways does God show Jonathan favor? How are these events really a victory of the Lord, not Jonathan or Saul?
How are Saul’s actions in verses 18–19 a rash echo of the situation from Ch. 13: 8–10? What does this confirm about Saul?
What mistake does Saul make in verses 24? How does this put his men at a disadvantage? In what way does this lead to greater sin? Where do we create unnecessary burdens on others in contrast to blessing God's people?
Is Jonathan innocent of sin? Why or why not? Does ignorance relieve us of our responsibility?
How does Jonathan accept responsibility for his actions? Compare his response in verses 43 with Saul’s in Ch. 13:11–12.
Consider what insights we are given into Saul’s priorities in verses 35. When is Saul willing to turn to God? When are we interested in hearing from God? Why do you think this is the case?
How do the people respond to Jonathan’s sentencing? What does it mean to “ransom” something? How does this situation reveal true justice?

Delivered, v. 12.

God, Jonathan, armor-bearer, Saul, Ahlah, Abner.

6, 45.