until I come and take you away to a land like your own--a land of grain and new wine, a land of bread and vineyards, a land of olive trees and honey--so that you may live and not die. But do not listen to Hezekiah, for he misleads you when he says, 'The LORD will deliver us.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:32? 2. How does 2 Kings 18:32 illustrate God's provision for His people? 3. What temptations might arise from promises similar to those in 2 Kings 18:32? 4. How does 2 Kings 18:32 compare to God's promises in Jeremiah 29:11? 5. How can we discern truth when faced with enticing offers like in 2 Kings 18:32? 6. What practical steps can we take to trust God's provision over worldly promises? 7. How does 2 Kings 18:32 reflect God's promise of provision and safety? 8. What historical context surrounds the Assyrian offer in 2 Kings 18:32? 9. How does 2 Kings 18:32 challenge the Israelites' faith in God's protection? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 18? 11. 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? 12. 2 Kings 18:5-6 - How can we verify Hezekiah's unprecedented devotion when other kings are also praised elsewhere? 13. 2 Kings 18:4 - Is there any archaeological or historical evidence that the Nehushtan ever existed? 14. In 2 Chronicles 35:18, why does the text claim no Passover like Josiah's had been celebrated 'since the days of Samuel,' seemingly ignoring the grand Passover of Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 30? Discussion Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat demonstrate his faith in God, and how can we apply this in our own lives when facing challenges?2. In what ways can we discern between truth and deception in the messages we receive from the world today? 3. How do the promises of the world compare to the promises of God, and how can we ensure we are prioritizing the latter? 4. What qualities of Hezekiah's leadership can we emulate in our roles within our families, communities, or workplaces? 5. How does the concept of "choosing life" manifest in our daily decisions, and what steps can we take to align our choices with God's will?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 18:32 NIV2 Kings 18:32 NLT 2 Kings 18:32 ESV 2 Kings 18:32 NASB 2 Kings 18:32 KJV 2 Kings 18:32 Commentaries Bible Hub |



