2 Kings 18:34
Where are the gods of Hamath and Arpad? Where are the gods of Sepharvaim, Hena, and Ivvah? Have they delivered Samaria from my hand?
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:34?

2. How does 2 Kings 18:34 challenge our trust in worldly powers over God?

3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from 2 Kings 18:34?

4. How does 2 Kings 18:34 connect with Psalm 20:7 about trusting in God?

5. How can we apply the lesson of 2 Kings 18:34 in daily life?

6. In what ways does 2 Kings 18:34 encourage reliance on God's protection today?

7. How does 2 Kings 18:34 challenge the belief in God's protection over His people?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 18:34?

9. How does 2 Kings 18:34 reflect the theme of divine judgment?

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

11. Isaiah 10:7–11: Is there sufficient historical or archaeological evidence supporting the extensive conquests described here?

12. 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?

13. 2 Kings 18:5-6 - How can we verify Hezekiah's unprecedented devotion when other kings are also praised elsewhere?

14. 2 Kings 18:25 - Is the claim that the Assyrian king was acting by God's command consistent with other biblical accounts of divine judgment?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the Assyrian taunt in 2 Kings 18:34 challenge the faith of the people of Judah, and how can we apply this to challenges to our faith today?

2. In what ways does Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat serve as a model for dealing with crises in our own lives?

3. How do the events in 2 Kings 18:34 illustrate the difference between false gods and the living God? What other scriptures reinforce this distinction?

4. What role does prayer play in Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat, and how can we incorporate similar practices in our spiritual lives?

5. How can we apply the lessons of godly leadership from Hezekiah's reign to our roles in our families, churches, and communities?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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