But if you say to me, 'We trust in the LORD our God,' is He not the One whose high places and altars Hezekiah has removed, saying to Judah and Jerusalem: 'You must worship before this altar in Jerusalem'? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:22? 2. How does 2 Kings 18:22 challenge reliance on physical symbols of faith today? 3. What does Hezekiah's removal of high places teach about true worship? 4. How can we ensure our trust is solely in God, as seen in 2 Kings 18:22? 5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of worshiping God alone? 6. How can we identify and remove modern "high places" in our lives? 7. How does 2 Kings 18:22 challenge the belief in the exclusivity of worshiping God alone? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 18:22? 9. How does 2 Kings 18:22 reflect the theological conflict between monotheism and idolatry? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 18? 11. Isaiah 36:18-20: How do we reconcile the Rabshakeh's claim that no god has saved any nation from Assyria with the biblical assertion that the Lord ultimately delivered Judah? 12. 2 Kings 18:25 - Is the claim that the Assyrian king was acting by God's command consistent with other biblical accounts of divine judgment? 13. Why is Huldah consulted instead of more prominent prophets in 2 Kings 22:14-20, and what does this imply about the narrative's historical credibility? 14. Who was Micaiah in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's removal of high places challenge us to examine our own worship practices today?2. In what ways can we demonstrate trust in God when facing modern-day "Assyrian" threats or challenges? 3. How do Hezekiah's reforms align with God's instructions in Deuteronomy 12, and what does this teach us about obedience? 4. What are some "high places" or idols in our lives that need to be removed to ensure pure worship of God? 5. How can Hezekiah's example of leadership inspire us to initiate positive changes in our communities or churches?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? Links 2 Kings 18:22 NIV2 Kings 18:22 NLT 2 Kings 18:22 ESV 2 Kings 18:22 NASB 2 Kings 18:22 KJV 2 Kings 18:22 Commentaries Bible Hub |



