2 Kings 18:15
Hezekiah gave him all the silver that was found in the house of the LORD and in the treasuries of the royal palace.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:15?

2. How does 2 Kings 18:15 demonstrate Hezekiah's trust in God despite challenges?

3. What can we learn from Hezekiah's actions about handling difficult situations today?

4. How does Hezekiah's response connect with Matthew 6:21 about treasures and priorities?

5. In what ways can we prioritize God over material wealth in our lives?

6. How does Hezekiah's example encourage us to seek God's guidance in financial matters?

7. Why did Hezekiah give silver and gold to the king of Assyria in 2 Kings 18:15?

8. How does Hezekiah's action in 2 Kings 18:15 reflect his faith or lack thereof?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 18:15?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 18?

11. Who was Ben-Hadad in the Bible?

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 Kings 18:5-6 - How can we verify Hezekiah's unprecedented devotion when other kings are also praised elsewhere?

14. 2 Kings 18:13 - Does the timeline of Sennacherib's invasion align with known Assyrian records?
Discussion Questions
1. What pressures or threats in your life might lead you to compromise your faith, and how can you seek God's guidance in those situations?

2. How does Hezekiah's use of temple silver challenge or affirm your understanding of stewardship and the use of resources for God's purposes?

3. In what ways can the account of Hezekiah and Sennacherib encourage you to trust in God's deliverance in your own life?

4. How do the parallel accounts in 2 Chronicles and Isaiah enhance your understanding of Hezekiah's actions and God's response?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a difficult decision. How did your faith influence your actions, and what can you learn from Hezekiah's example?1. What made Hezekiah's reign different from that of his father Ahaz? How does this relate to generational differences in religious practice today?

2. Hezekiah destroys the bronze snake because it became an object of worship. What does this teach us about idolatry?

3. How does Hezekiah's response to Assyria contrast with Israel's response that led to their fall?

4. When faced with threats, Hezekiah tried to appease Sennacherib by stripping the temple of its wealth. Was this a faithful decision? How can this apply to situations where we might be tempted to compromise our faith for peace?

5. Why did Hezekiah's officials tear their clothes after receiving Sennacherib's message? How should we respond when our faith is ridiculed?

6. How did Hezekiah's actions reflect his faith in God? How can we show our faith in challenging times?

7. Despite his faith, Hezekiah still faced trials and challenges. What does this tell us about the nature of faith and suffering?

8. What are the 'high places' in your life that may need to be torn down to honour God more fully?

9. Sennacherib's letter was designed to sow doubt and fear among the people of Judah. How can we resist such tactics today?

10. How does the history of Israel's disobedience and deportation serve as a warning for us today?

11. How can we maintain trust in God when facing personal, societal, or global crises?

12. How does Hezekiah's faith inspire you in your own faith journey?

13. In what ways are you challenged to be more like Hezekiah in your walk with God?

14. How can the fear and uncertainty experienced by the people of Judah teach us to handle similar feelings in today's world?

15. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's attempts to appease the Assyrians?

16. What does Hezekiah's story teach us about the consequences of both obedience and disobedience to God?

17. How does the response of Hezekiah's officials to Sennacherib's letter inform us about reacting to blasphemy and disrespect towards our faith?

18. How might the Assyrian threat to Judah parallel the challenges faced by Christians in the contemporary world?

19. What aspects of Hezekiah's character would you like to develop in your own life?

20. How can we ensure our trust in God doesn't waver even when facing seemingly insurmountable odds?

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