1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:20?

2. How does 2 Kings 18:20 challenge reliance on human strength over God's power?

3. What does "mere words" in 2 Kings 18:20 reveal about empty promises?

4. How can we apply 2 Kings 18:20 to trust God in difficult situations?

5. What other scriptures emphasize trusting God over human alliances or strength?

6. How does 2 Kings 18:20 encourage faithfulness in God's promises today?

7. What does 2 Kings 18:20 reveal about relying on human strength versus divine support?

8. How does 2 Kings 18:20 challenge the concept of self-reliance in faith?

9. What historical context surrounds the events in 2 Kings 18:20?

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

11. What does 'Be Still and Know I Am God' mean?

12. Can the claim that 'God is our refuge and strength' (Psalm 46:1) be historically validated via archeological or extra-biblical evidence?

13. Why does Judges 7 seemingly contradict other biblical passages that emphasize the need for adequate numbers in battle (e.g., 1 Chronicles 21:1-5)?

14. What does Jehovah-Nissi mean?1. How does Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat demonstrate his faith in God, and what can we learn from his example when facing our own challenges?

2. In what ways does the Assyrian commander's message attempt to undermine the faith of the people of Jerusalem, and how can we guard against similar attacks on our faith today?

3. How does the parallel account in Isaiah 36-37 enhance our understanding of Hezekiah's trust in God, and what additional insights does it provide?

4. Reflect on a time when you faced a situation that seemed overwhelming. How did your faith in God influence your response, and what was the outcome?

5. Considering Psalm 20:7, how can we apply the principle of trusting in God rather than human strength in our daily lives, especially in times of crisis?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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