2 Chronicles 28:5
So the LORD his God delivered Ahaz into the hand of the king of Aram, who attacked him and took many captives to Damascus. Ahaz was also delivered into the hand of the king of Israel, who struck him with great force.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 28:5?

2. How does 2 Chronicles 28:5 illustrate consequences of turning from God's commands?

3. What can we learn about God's justice from 2 Chronicles 28:5?

4. How does 2 Chronicles 28:5 connect with Deuteronomy 28:15-25 on disobedience?

5. How can we apply the lessons from 2 Chronicles 28:5 to modern life?

6. What steps can we take to avoid the fate described in 2 Chronicles 28:5?

7. Why did the LORD deliver Ahaz into the hands of the king of Aram in 2 Chronicles 28:5?

8. How does 2 Chronicles 28:5 reflect God's judgment on disobedience?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 28:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 28?

11. What is the significance of Ahaz's altar in history?

12. Are the large-scale military defeats and deportations in 2 Chronicles 28 verifiable through existing sources?

13. Does the capture of 200,000 prisoners in 2 Chronicles 28:8 align with known historical records?

14. Does King Ahaz’s portrayal in 2 Chronicles 28 conflict with the account in 2 Kings 16?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ahaz's defeat illustrate the principle of reaping what we sow, as seen in Galatians 6:7-8?

2. In what ways can we identify and avoid modern forms of idolatry in our lives?

3. How does the account of Ahaz challenge us to trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem dire?

4. What lessons can we learn from Ahaz's failure to seek God in times of trouble, and how can we apply them to our own lives?

5. How does the account of Ahaz's defeat encourage us to remain faithful to God, as seen in the promises of Deuteronomy 28?1. What can we learn from Ahaz's disobedience to God and his ultimate fate?

2. How did the actions of King Ahaz affect the nation of Judah?

3. Discuss the significance of Oded's intervention. How does it underscore the role of prophets?

4. How do you see the themes of divine retribution and mercy playing out in this chapter?

5. In what ways can we apply the lessons from this chapter to today's world, particularly to leadership roles?

6. Ahaz sought assistance from the Assyrian king instead of turning to God. What does this say about his faith and understanding of God?

7. How can we ensure that we don't fall into the trap of idolatry in our modern lives?

8. In what ways did Ahaz's actions exacerbate the crisis for Judah instead of mitigating it?

9. How does the response of the leaders of Ephraim to Oded's words demonstrate the power of prophecy?

10. Why do you think Ahaz continued his idolatrous practices even after witnessing the dire consequences?

11. What are some contemporary examples of leaders who faced significant challenges due to their unrighteous actions?

12. How can we ensure that we heed the warnings in our lives and change our course of action accordingly?

13. What are some modern forms of idolatry, and how can we guard ourselves against them?

14. How can we use the lessons from this chapter to guide our decisions in times of crisis?

15. What does this chapter teach us about personal and societal responsibility?

16. How do the actions of the Ephraimite leaders illustrate the importance of repentance and restoration?

17. How can the principles in this chapter be applied to promote justice and equality in today's society?

18. How does this chapter underscore the importance of obeying God's commandments?

19. In today's context, how can we identify and correct our missteps before they lead to severe consequences?

20. How can we reconcile the wrathful depiction of God in this chapter with the concept of a loving, merciful God?

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