1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:36?

2. Why did the people remain silent in 2 Kings 18:36 despite provocation?

3. How does 2 Kings 18:36 demonstrate obedience to leadership and God's command?

4. What other Scriptures emphasize the importance of silence in the face of threats?

5. How can we apply the lesson of silence from 2 Kings 18:36 today?

6. In what situations should Christians choose silence over confrontation, according to biblical teachings?

7. Why did the people remain silent in 2 Kings 18:36?

8. How does 2 Kings 18:36 demonstrate obedience to authority?

9. What historical context explains the silence in 2 Kings 18:36?

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

11. 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?

12. Why does the decree of Cyrus in 2 Chronicles 36:22-23 appear to conflict with other historical records about Persian policies toward conquered peoples?

13. 2 Chronicles 29:36 - Could the sudden and unanimous repentance of an entire nation be considered a historical inconsistency when compared to other Biblical accounts of gradual change?

14. 2 Kings 18:17 - Why would Rabshakeh speak in Hebrew if he didn't want Judah's people to hear his threats?1. How does Hezekiah's command to remain silent reflect his trust in God, and how can we apply this principle in our own lives when facing challenges?

2. In what ways does the response of the people of Judah demonstrate obedience, and how can we cultivate a similar attitude of obedience to godly leadership today?

3. How can the concept of spiritual warfare, as seen in this passage, be applied to the challenges we face in our daily lives?

4. What are some practical ways we can discern when to speak and when to remain silent in situations where our faith is challenged?

5. How does the account of Hezekiah and the Assyrian siege encourage us to trust in God's deliverance, and what other biblical examples can we draw from to strengthen our faith in difficult times?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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