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Reading Group Questions
The following list of questions is designed to
enhance a group or individual's thinking
about or discussing some of the issues we hope you will consider
after reading this book. This is
designed as a starting point only and is not meant to limit the
discussion. Chapter
1
Jael, the main character in this novel obviously
believes in listening to voice of God. What
does the Word say about our ability to hear
the voice of God? I Corinthians 2:14-15;
Ezekiel 44:23
Chapter
2
It's clear that Jael is not ashamed of her
faith nor is she afraid to share it on the
job. How does she use her faith in the workplace
to glorify God? What challenges do believers
face when witnessing in a workplace setting?
Psalm 31:1; Luke 9:26 Romans 1:16
Chapter
3
Can you relate to Jael's antagonistic co-worker?
Have you ever had a similar situation at
your job? What do you think about the way
she's handling him? In the past, how have
you handled your personal difficult work
situations? What does the Bible say about
handling our enemies? Matthew 5:44; Luke
6:27
Chapter 4
There is a volatile relationship between
Jael and her ex-husband. As Christians
we're called to live at peace with all
men (including family) as much as possible.
What steps should Jael, as a Christian,
take to improve their interaction, especially
for the sake of their child? Proverbs
20:7
Chapter
5
Jael explains to her unsaved cousin, Rhonda,
that it is God who sustains her so that
her physical needs don't get the best of
her. Discuss what the Word says about handling
temptation. 2 Corinthians 1:2; I Thessalonians
5:13; James 1:12; Matthew 26:41
Chapter
6
In this world Christians are in enemy territory.
What precautions can we take when life necessitates
that we be in a situation like Jael where
it's clear satan is busy working overtime
on her job, Matthew 5:14; 13:22; John 1:10,
17:16,18; 18:36, Romans 1:12
Chapter
7
What is the spiritual benefit of the relationship
between Ramon and Terrell? Explain. Matthew
5:13,14
Chapter 8
What do you think of Jael's reaction to
the death of Tee-Tee? Is she too focused
on finding the killer or should she be
showing more Godly compassion? Matthew
9:36; 20:34
Chapter 9
Jael tells a "white lie" when
trying to get information from Booley.
Is
lying acceptable in some situations? Acts
5:4
Chapter
10
Is Tee-Tee is dead because of choices he
made or because of the hand "society" dealt
to him. Philippians 2:12
Chapter
11
Jael's vendetta is revealed. What do you
think about her underlying reason for becoming
a police officer? What does the Bible say
about revenge? Psalm 94; Hebrews 10:30
Chapter 12
Mr. Watson seems prepared to take up arms
to defend himself. Do Believers have
that option? Explain. Deuteronomy 1:42;
2 Chronicles 20:17
Chapter
13
As the violence and mystery builds around
the murders so do Jael's fears and doubts
about how God is moving in the situation.
How can she quell her emotions and focus
on God, despite what she's experiencing?
2 Timothy 1:7; I John 4:18
Chapter
14
Captain Slater is an intimidating boss,
but still he has authority over her. Is
she showing him the proper amount of respect?
Proverbs 29:2; Matthew 20:25
Chapter
15
Jael is clearly attracted to Grant, the
FBI agent. At one point she prays for God
to not let her make a foolish mistake but
do you think her feelings harmless at his
point?
Chapter
16
Concentrating on the case is becoming increasingly
difficult for Jael and at the end of the
chapter she blames the "adversary fighting
against you from all sides, looking for
vulnerable spots." Is this an attack
from satan? Job 2:3; I Peter 5:8
Chapter
17
When Jael lets William David Jasper go and
agrees to follow him to his house, she's
taking a risk. Do you believe the Holy Spirit
is guiding her dangerous actions in this
case? What is the evidence from the story
that backs up your belief? Psalm 32:8; John
16:13
Chapter 18
Racism rears its ugly head in a most blatant
way and Jael struggles to react rationally
to it. What is the root of racism and
how should Christians respond to it?
Romans 5:12
Chapter
19
Grant and Jael have discovered that white
supremacy is at the root of the murders.
Some are not aware of their evil because
of satan's lies - including that he doesn't
exist. Many white supremacists groups operate
under the guise that they are fulfilling
the will of the almighty God. How does Scripture
refute this claim? I Timothy 4:2; Proverbs
11:9; Proverbs 6:19; 2 Peter 2:1
Chapter
20
After Jael is shot, she calls on Jesus.
Why does she believe that Jesus will come
through for her? Proverbs 10:21; 17:24;
Ecclesiastes1:13
Chapter
21
Jael hits the captured man after he makes
repeated racial slurs. Would you have done
the same? Proverbs 22:26
Chapter
22
Jael observes positive interaction between
Grant and her son. As a parent, what traits
should she be looking for in Grant?
Chapter
23
Has Jael forgiven herself for her past drug
addiction? Is this somehow impacting her
moving forward with Grant?
Chapter
24
After praying for peace, Jael is still confused.
Has her faith weakened? Matthew 7:22; James;
5:15, I Peter 4:7
Chapter
25
Now that Jael has admitted her feelings
to Grant and knows it's mutual, is she free
to indulge her emotions? Explain. Colossians
3:5; I Corinthians 10:8
Chapter
26
The horrific discovery of People's dead
body is a compelling example of the effects
of a sinful world. What can or should the
church be doing to stem such violence? Is
spreading the gospel enough?
Chapter
27
Like People's death, there are senseless
deaths every day. How can we reconcile the
fact that God is all loving even in the
face of such violence? Matthew 28:19
Chapter
28
Grant and Jael talk about their first marriages
and what went wrong. Do you believe remarrying
is acceptable in each of their cases? Luke
16:18; Matthew 19:9
Chapter
29
Understandably Jael begins to unravel once
Ramon has been kidnapped. What should be
her response when there appears to be nothing
she can do? I Peter 1:7; Matthew 13:21;
Romans 2:9; Acts 14:22
Chapter
30
What is the Biblical response to our "why
me Lord?" Romans 5:3
Chapter
31
Jael believes she is involved in spiritual
warfare at this point? Do you agree? Explain.
Ephesians 6:12; 2 Corinthians 10:4
Chapter
32
Clearly Jael's facing the biggest test of
her life. Do you believer she is truly holding
to her faith or is she crumbling? Psalm
62:11; 106:8
Chapter
33
Paranoia and fear are affecting Jael because
of Ramon's kidnapping. As human beings can
we expect to have power and control over
such emotions? 1 Chronicles 25:8; Romans
16:20; Isaiah 40:29
Chapter
34
Should Jael obey the kidnappers' orders
or should she simply trust God? What would
you do?
Chapter
35
Grant tells Jael to pray. Has she relied
on the power of prayer during this ordeal?
What can prayer still do? Genesis 20:17;
I Samuel 1:10; 1:27; Acts 6:4
Chapter
36
Even though she has prayed Jael is still
full of doubt and worry about everything,
What Godly counsel would you give her? On
what Scripture would it be based?
Chapter
37
Can you explain what Grant meant when he
quoted Deuteronomy 32:33?
Chapter
38
Jael is beginning to find peace and strength
amidst her storm. How is that possible?
Romans 8:6; John 14:27; 16:20.
Chapter
39
Virgil calls at a crucial time. Should Jael
have tried to let him know what was going
on? As Ramon's father, does he have a right
to know? Explain.
Chapter
40
With her cell phone out the window and her
wiretaps gone, Jael is completely vulnerable.
What Biblical character can you compare
her to? What should be her prayer now? What
Scripture should she be standing on?
Chapter
41
Jael compares her despondence to what Jesus
may have felt on the cross? Is this a good
analogy? Luke 11:42
Chapter
42
Even though victory is in sight, Jael alludes
to being capable of killing someone. What
is the Biblical view on this? Exodus 20:13;
Mark 10:19
Chapter
43
Deceptions are revealed from various police
officers. Should Jael have been more aware
of these signs. Matthew 16:3; 2 Thessalonians
2:9
Chapter
44
Much to Captain Upton's surprise he's now
a victim of the same sin and hate he perpetuated.
Discuss what happens those who sin against
God's people? I Samuel 12:23
Chapter
45
When death appears to be imminent, the Holy
Spirit intervenes in a mighty way. Jael
and Ramon literally go through the fire.
What promises of God are demonstrated here?
Genesis 32:11; Psalm 50:15; Proverbs 11:8
Chapter
46
What spiritual lesson(s) do you believe
Jael and Grant could and should have learned
through this ordeal?
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