Then Zerah the Cushite came against them with an army of 1,000,000 men and 300 chariots, and they advanced as far as Mareshah. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 14:9? 2. How does Asa's reliance on God in 2 Chronicles 14:9 inspire your faith? 3. What can we learn about God's power from Asa's victory over the Cushites? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 14:9 connect to Ephesians 6:10 about spiritual strength? 5. In what ways can you seek God's help in overwhelming situations today? 6. How does Asa's trust in God challenge your approach to life's battles? 7. How did Zerah the Cushite amass an army of a million men in 2 Chronicles 14:9? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the battle described in 2 Chronicles 14:9? 9. Why does God allow such large-scale conflicts as seen in 2 Chronicles 14:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 14? 11. In 2 Chronicles 14:9, is it historically plausible for Zerah the Ethiopian to muster an army of one million men? 12. If Zerah was truly Ethiopian, why is there no clear external historical record of this massive conflict (2 Chronicles 14)? 13. Who are the Cushites mentioned in the Bible? 14. Isaiah 18:7: Why would the prophecy single out gifts from Ethiopia if there’s no clear historical account of such tribute being delivered to Mount Zion? Discussion Questions 1. How does Asa's response to Zerah's invasion challenge us to evaluate our own reliance on God versus our reliance on human resources?2. In what ways can Asa's prayer in 2 Chronicles 14:11 inspire our own prayer life, especially in times of crisis? 3. How does the account of Asa and Zerah connect with other biblical accounts where God delivers His people against overwhelming odds? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure that our faith is active, like Asa's, rather than passive? 5. How can spiritual leaders today emulate Asa's example in leading others to trust in God's power and sovereignty?1. How does King Asa's leadership style contrast or compare to that of other leaders you have encountered in your life? 2. In what ways does Asa's early focus on religious reform shape his later response to the Cushite invasion? 3. What role does prayer play in the battle against the Cushites? 4. How can you apply Asa's practice of seeking God in times of peace and war to your life today? 5. How do you interpret Asa's prayer in the face of the Cushite army? 6. How does the victory over the Cushites reflect God's response to Asa's faith and leadership? 7. What lessons can modern leaders draw from Asa's approach to reform and his reliance on God during the invasion? 8. Asa destroyed the idols and pagan altars in his kingdom. What might be some "idols" in today's society that need addressing, and how can this be done? 9. In what ways does Asa's prayer during the battle demonstrate his dependence on God? How can we apply this level of dependence in our daily lives? 10. Asa reaped the benefits of peace after a period of war. How can you find peace in your life after periods of conflict or hardship? 11. What did Asa do in times of peace to prepare for potential battles? How can you apply this in your spiritual life? 12. How does Asa's faith influence his military strategy? 13. Asa led his people to a spiritual revival. How can this example inspire personal or communal revival today? 14. Asa didn't rely on his army's strength but on God's power. How can this shape your understanding of "strength"? 15. Asa was rewarded with wealth and peace after the battle. How does this relate to the principle of divine reward in the Bible? 16. How does King Asa's faith in God, even in the face of a powerful enemy, inspire you in your own challenges? 17. What can Asa's reign teach us about the importance of removing sin from our lives? 18. Asa spent his peaceful years building fortified cities. How can we "fortify" our spiritual lives during peaceful times? 19. How does the battle against the Cushites illustrate the power of collective faith and prayer? 20. Asa's reforms brought spiritual revival to Judah. What kind of reforms do you think are necessary for spiritual revival in today's society? Links 2 Chronicles 14:9 NIV2 Chronicles 14:9 NLT 2 Chronicles 14:9 ESV 2 Chronicles 14:9 NASB 2 Chronicles 14:9 KJV 2 Chronicles 14:9 Commentaries Bible Hub |



