1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 25:18?

2. How does 2 Chronicles 25:18 illustrate the consequences of pride and arrogance?

3. What lessons can we learn from Amaziah's actions in 2 Chronicles 25:18?

4. How does 2 Chronicles 25:18 connect with Proverbs 16:18 about pride?

5. How can we apply the humility lesson from 2 Chronicles 25:18 today?

6. What role does wisdom play in decision-making, as seen in 2 Chronicles 25:18?

7. What is the historical context of 2 Chronicles 25:18?

8. How does 2 Chronicles 25:18 reflect the theme of pride and downfall?

9. What is the significance of the thistle and cedar metaphor in 2 Chronicles 25:18?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 25?

11. In 2 Chronicles 35:18, why does the text claim no Passover like Josiah's had been celebrated 'since the days of Samuel,' seemingly ignoring the grand Passover of Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 30?

12. In 2 Chronicles 25:16, what accounts for the rapid shift from listening to the prophet to threatening him, and is this abrupt change consistent with Amaziah's earlier deference to divine guidance?

13. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David?

14. In 1 Chronicles 18:4, how do we reconcile the figure of 7,000 horsemen with 2 Samuel 8:4, which mentions 1,700 instead?1. How does the metaphor of the thistle and cedar in Lebanon illustrate the relationship between Jehoash and Amaziah?

2. In what ways can pride lead to personal or communal downfall, as seen in the account of Amaziah?

3. How can we apply the lesson of humility from this passage to our daily interactions and decision-making?

4. What are some modern-day "wild beasts" that can trample our plans if we act out of pride or overconfidence?

5. How does this passage connect with the broader biblical theme of pride and humility, and what other scriptures reinforce this lesson?1. How does Amaziah's initial righteousness contribute to his early success as king?

2. What does Amaziah's decision to spare the children of his father's murderers reveal about him?

3. Discuss the significance of Amaziah's decision to dismiss the Israelite troops despite financial loss. How does this decision resonate in today's world?

4. Why did the dismissed Israelite soldiers raid towns in Judah, and what can we learn from their actions?

5. How does Amaziah's transition to worshipping the gods of Edom reflect his spiritual downfall?

6. What lessons can we learn from Amaziah's reaction to the warning of the prophet against his idolatry?

7. How might pride have contributed to Amaziah's challenge to King Jehoash?

8. How does Jehoash's response to Amaziah's challenge demonstrate wisdom?

9. Discuss the consequences of Amaziah's defeat to Jehoash. How could this situation have been avoided?

10. In what ways did Amaziah's choices lead to his eventual assassination?

11. How can we apply the lessons learned from Amaziah's life to our current lives?

12. What can we learn from the change in Amaziah's heart during his reign?

13. How does Amaziah's story show the importance of humility in spiritual leadership?

14. In today's world, what could be seen as parallel to Amaziah's idolatry?

15. Discuss the role of obedience and faith in the Christian journey using Amaziah's story as a reference.

16. What does Amaziah's life teach us about the dangers of pride and self-sufficiency?

17. How can we guard ourselves from the influences that led Amaziah astray?

18. How does Amaziah's story illustrate the consequences of disregarding prophetic warnings?

19. Discuss the importance of making alliances and partnerships that are in line with God's will.

20. How can we maintain our faith and obedience to God in times of success and abundance, as seen in Amaziah's early reign?

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