Lot's Poor Choices

By: Mike Mazzalongo Posted: August, 2014

In this lesson, we see the very real consequences of Lot's choices concerning where he chose to live with his family after separating from Abraham.

Discussion Questions

Summarize the events of Genesis 18:1-20 and answer the following questions:
- What were the stated reasons for God's visit with Abraham?
- What was Sarah's reaction when she heard about delivering a child and how does this relate to her previous attempt to provide an heir for Abraham through her servant, Hagar?
- What were the reasons Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed?
What is significant about Abraham's attempt to intercede for Sodom and Gomorrah?
What is significant about Lot sitting at the gates of Sodom?
Discuss the mob's reaction to the visitors.
Who was saved from the destruction of the city, who was not, and what is the significance of this?
What is indicated regarding the faith of Lot's daughters from their actions in Genesis 19:30-38?
How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?