2 Chronicles 26:19
Uzziah, with a censer in his hand to offer incense, was enraged. But while he raged against the priests in their presence in the house of the LORD before the altar of incense, leprosy broke out on his forehead.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 26:19?

2. How does Uzziah's pride in 2 Chronicles 26:19 warn against self-exaltation?

3. What consequences did Uzziah face for his actions in 2 Chronicles 26:19?

4. How can we guard against pride like Uzziah's in our own lives?

5. What other biblical figures faced consequences for pride similar to Uzziah's?

6. How does 2 Chronicles 26:19 illustrate God's response to disobedience and pride?

7. Why did God strike Uzziah with leprosy in 2 Chronicles 26:19?

8. What does Uzziah's punishment reveal about God's view on pride and disobedience?

9. How does 2 Chronicles 26:19 illustrate the consequences of defying God's commands?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 26?

11. Why does 2 Chronicles 26:23 indicate an honorable burial for Uzziah despite his long period of isolation, and is there any extrabiblical support for this?

12. Why does the text attribute certain skin conditions to divine judgment instead of natural causes (Leviticus 13:9–17)?

13. How can Psalm 38:3 link physical sickness directly to divine anger without any natural or scientific explanation?

14. Does requiring afflicted individuals to cry “Unclean!” reflect compassion or reinforce superstition (Leviticus 13:45–46)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Uzziah's account illustrate the dangers of pride, and how can we apply this lesson in our daily lives?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we respect the roles and responsibilities God has established within the church?

3. Reflect on a time when disobedience led to negative consequences in your life. What did you learn from that experience?

4. How can we cultivate humility in our relationship with God and others?

5. Considering God's holiness, how should this influence our approach to worship and service in the church?1. How does Uzziah's life demonstrate the proverb: "Pride comes before a fall"?

2. How did Uzziah misuse his power? How can we guard against similar mistakes in our own lives?

3. What lessons can we learn from Zechariah's role in guiding Uzziah during his early reign?

4. How can we apply the understanding of God's judgment in Uzziah's case to our contemporary society?

5. How does this chapter reflect on the theme of divine punishment in response to human arrogance?

6. How does Uzziah's reign relate to the concept of spiritual leadership?

7. What does this chapter teach us about the division of roles in religious and secular leadership?

8. Discuss how power can corrupt, as evidenced by Uzziah's actions?

9. How do Uzziah’s actions reveal about the relationship between power and responsibility?

10. How can leaders today avoid Uzziah's downfall? How can they stay humble in the face of success?

11. What would you have done differently if you were Uzziah?

12. Can you identify situations in your life or in the world today where someone might be tempted to overstep their bounds, like Uzziah did?

13. How does Uzziah's story influence your understanding of the fear of God?

14. Discuss the role of the priests in this chapter. How does it reflect on the responsibilities of spiritual leaders?

15. What does Uzziah's isolation due to his leprosy symbolize in terms of spiritual conditions?

16. How does Uzziah's death underscore the consequences of his transgressions?

17. Why do you think it was so important that Uzziah not be buried in the tombs of the kings?

18. In what ways does Uzziah’s story relate to contemporary issues of power, pride, and punishment?

19. How can this chapter inspire us to remain humble and respectful towards God's laws?

20. How might you apply the lessons learned from Uzziah’s reign in your own life?

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