Later, as Sennacherib king of Assyria and all his forces besieged Lachish, he sent his servants to Jerusalem with a message for King Hezekiah of Judah and all the people of Judah who were in Jerusalem: Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 32:9? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 32:9 demonstrate the importance of trusting God's protection? 3. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's response to Assyria's threats? 4. How can we apply Hezekiah's faith in God to our daily challenges? 5. What other biblical examples show God's deliverance from seemingly impossible situations? 6. How can we strengthen our faith when facing intimidation like Hezekiah did? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 32:9 reflect God's sovereignty in historical events? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 32:9? 9. Why did Sennacherib choose to attack Judah according to 2 Chronicles 32:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 32? 11. If Sennacherib’s army was supernaturally destroyed, why do Assyrian records (e.g., Sennacherib’s Prism) not mention any defeat? (2 Chronicles 32:21) 12. Why does 2 Chronicles 32 seem to present a different order of events compared to 2 Kings 18–19 regarding the siege and Hezekiah’s actions? 13. 2 Chronicles 29:1 - Is there any archaeological evidence confirming Hezekiah's exact age or the length of his reign? 14. Psalm 20 - Can archaeology confirm that such divine victories or deliverances ever occurred as described? Discussion Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's response to Sennacherib's threats challenge us to respond to our own fears and anxieties today?2. In what ways can we apply the lessons of Hezekiah's leadership to our roles within our families, churches, or communities? 3. How does the account of Sennacherib's siege encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty over the nations and current world events? 4. What role does prayer play in your life when facing difficult situations, and how can Hezekiah's example inspire you to deepen your prayer life? 5. How can we, as a community of believers, support one another in times of crisis, drawing from the example of the people of Judah in Jerusalem?1. How does Hezekiah's preparation for the Assyrian invasion demonstrate his leadership skills and faith in God? 2. In what ways does Sennacherib's letter challenge the faith of Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem? 3. How does the divine intervention by God illustrate His sovereignty and power? 4. In what ways can Hezekiah's pride be a cautionary tale for us today? 5. How can you apply the lessons of Hezekiah's trust in God to your own life? 6. What does Hezekiah's illness and recovery teach us about the power of prayer and repentance? 7. How does the account of Hezekiah's wealth and achievements relate to our understanding of worldly success? 8. What would you do in a situation where your faith is openly challenged, like when Sennacherib sent his blasphemous letter? 9. How can we keep humility in the face of great success and honor, like Hezekiah failed to do? 10. In the face of adversity, how can we encourage others, like Hezekiah did with his people during the Assyrian siege? 11. How can we acknowledge God's kindness in our daily lives? 12. What are some practical ways we can prepare and strengthen our spiritual "defenses" like Hezekiah prepared Jerusalem? 13. How does the story of Hezekiah's illness and recovery inform our understanding of God's healing and mercy? 14. Can we identify elements of our life where we may act prideful, as Hezekiah did, and how can we correct it? 15. How can Hezekiah's actions during the Assyrian threat inspire our actions in current global crises? 16. How can Hezekiah's strategic decision to block off water sources apply to our spiritual life? 17. How does this chapter change or reinforce your understanding of divine intervention? 18. What would be a modern equivalent of Sennacherib's letter and how would you respond to it? 19. How does the conclusion of Hezekiah's life inspire you to live a life dedicated to God? 20. How does this chapter challenge your perspective on adversity, faith, and God's intervention? Links 2 Chronicles 32:9 NIV2 Chronicles 32:9 NLT 2 Chronicles 32:9 ESV 2 Chronicles 32:9 NASB 2 Chronicles 32:9 KJV 2 Chronicles 32:9 Commentaries Bible Hub |



