Hushai Bible Study Guide

Teaching prompt

Read about Hushai: "Archite friend of David; posed as Absalom's counsellor to defeat Ahithophel's advice." What does this teach us about God's plan?

Discussion questions

1. How does Hushai's life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
2. What would you have done in Hushai's place?
3. Which scripture passage about Hushai stands out most to you, and why?

Scripture

• 2 Samuel 15:32-37
• 2 Samuel 17:5-16