Then the Spirit of the LORD came upon Jahaziel son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite from Asaph's descendants, as he stood in the midst of the assembly. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 20:14? 2. How does the Spirit's presence in 2 Chronicles 20:14 guide our decisions today? 3. What role does Jahaziel play in conveying God's message in 2 Chronicles 20:14? 4. How can we discern the Holy Spirit's guidance like in 2 Chronicles 20:14? 5. Compare Jahaziel's message with other biblical instances of divine guidance. 6. How can we apply Jahaziel's example of obedience in our daily lives? 7. Who was Jahaziel, and why was his prophecy significant in 2 Chronicles 20:14? 8. How does the Spirit of the LORD influence events in 2 Chronicles 20:14? 9. What role does prophecy play in the narrative of 2 Chronicles 20:14? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 20? 11. Could the dramatic defeat of multiple enemies be a later exaggeration or symbolic story rather than a literal event (2 Chronicles 20)? 12. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)? 13. Deuteronomy 26:3 mentions going to the priest; who fulfilled this role before the Tabernacle or after the Temple's destruction, and does history support a continuous priestly lineage? 14. What evidence supports the existence of the Levites and captains mentioned in 2 Chronicles 23:8, and how do we reconcile any lack of external records? Discussion Questions 1. How does the role of the Holy Spirit in 2 Chronicles 20:14 compare to other instances in the Bible where the Spirit empowers individuals for specific tasks?2. In what ways can we honor and continue the spiritual legacies of our own families or church communities, similar to Jahaziel's connection to the sons of Asaph? 3. How can we cultivate an environment in our churches or small groups where the Holy Spirit is welcomed to speak and guide us as a community? 4. What are some practical ways we can discern and share prophetic encouragement with others, ensuring it aligns with biblical truth? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's guidance in a challenging situation. How did the community of believers play a role in that experience?1. How did Jehoshaphat react to the news of the advancing enemy army? How should we respond in situations of fear and uncertainty? 2. Discuss the significance of Jehoshaphat's prayer in verses 5-12. What can we learn from his prayer in our personal prayer life? 3. How does this chapter portray the power of collective worship and prayer? 4. Reflect on the prophecy of Jahaziel in verses 13-17. What does it teach us about God's involvement in our battles? 5. Why did God give Jehoshaphat and Judah victory when they did not physically fight the battle? 6. Discuss the role of praise in this chapter. How can praise impact our personal struggles? 7. How does the concept of "The battle belongs to the Lord" apply to contemporary life? 8. What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's approach to the crisis he faced? How can we apply this in our current struggles? 9. Reflect on the consequences of Jehoshaphat's alliance with King Jehoram. What does this teach us about the discernment of alliances and partnerships in our lives? 10. How does Jehoshaphat's reliance on God influence his leadership style? What leadership lessons can we draw from this chapter? 11. What does the chapter's outcome teach about the benefits of obedience to God? 12. How does the fear of God lead to peace, as seen in verses 29-30? 13. How can we practically express our faith and trust in God during difficult times? 14. Why is it important to remember past victories when facing present challenges? 15. In what ways can we apply the principle of divine intervention in our lives? 16. How can we cultivate an attitude of gratitude, similar to Jehoshaphat and his people after the victory? 17. How do the actions of the Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites in this chapter reflect the consequences of pride and aggression? 18. What does Jehoshaphat's decision to inquire of the Lord before acting teach us about decision making? 19. How does this chapter encourage us to handle fear and anxiety? 20. How might Jehoshaphat's experiences in this chapter inform our understanding of God's character and His love for His people? Links 2 Chronicles 20:14 NIV2 Chronicles 20:14 NLT 2 Chronicles 20:14 ESV 2 Chronicles 20:14 NASB 2 Chronicles 20:14 KJV 2 Chronicles 20:14 Commentaries Bible Hub |



