1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 20:17?

2. How does 2 Kings 20:17 warn against pride and materialism in our lives?

3. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's actions in 2 Kings 20:17?

4. How does 2 Kings 20:17 connect with Matthew 6:19-21 about earthly treasures?

5. How can we apply the warning in 2 Kings 20:17 to modern-day stewardship?

6. What role does humility play in preventing the consequences seen in 2 Kings 20:17?

7. Why did God allow the Babylonians to take everything from the king's palace in 2 Kings 20:17?

8. How does 2 Kings 20:17 reflect God's judgment on Judah?

9. What historical evidence supports the prophecy in 2 Kings 20:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 20?

11. Why does Jeremiah 52:12-14 seem to conflict with 2 Kings 25:8-10 regarding the exact timing of Jerusalem's destruction?

12. In 1 Kings 22:43, why does the text imply Jehoshaphat removed high places when 2 Chronicles 20:33 suggests otherwise?

13. 2 Kings 17:34-39 - If God's covenant with Israel was everlasting, how does the text reconcile this with the assertion that He 'rejected all the descendants of Israel?'

14. 2 Kings 17:24-29 - Does the portrayal of each nation setting up its own gods align with known cultural assimilation patterns or does it conflict with archaeological findings?1. How does Hezekiah's interaction with the Babylonian envoys reflect the dangers of pride, and how can we apply this lesson in our own lives?

2. In what ways does the prophecy of exile in 2 Kings 20:17 demonstrate the reliability of God's Word, and how can this strengthen our faith today?

3. How does the account of Hezekiah and the prophecy of exile connect with the broader account of God's sovereignty over history?

4. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's life about the importance of humility and repentance in our relationship with God?

5. How can the assurance of God's faithfulness to preserve a remnant encourage us to remain steadfast in our faith amidst challenges?1. How does Hezekiah's reaction to his illness demonstrate his faith in God? How can we exhibit a similar faith in our own lives?

2. What is the significance of the shadow receding ten steps on the sundial? How does this sign relate to God's power over time and nature?

3. Compare Hezekiah's prayer for healing and his response to Isaiah's prophecy about the Babylonians. What does this contrast reveal about his character?

4. Discuss the consequences of Hezekiah's pride. How can we guard against pride in our own lives?

5. How does the prophecy about the future of Jerusalem affect your understanding of the sovereignty of God and human free will?

6. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's interaction with the Babylonian envoys?

7. What is the significance of God extending Hezekiah's life by fifteen years? How should we view our own lifespan in light of God's control over life and death?

8. How can the story of Hezekiah's miraculous healing inspire faith and hope in individuals facing serious illness today?

9. How can we apply Hezekiah's acceptance of the prophecy about Jerusalem's downfall to situations where we must accept unpleasant truths in our own lives?

10. How does Hezekiah's story inspire you to pray and seek God's intervention in difficult times?

11. Discuss the role of Prophet Isaiah in this chapter. What can we learn from his faithful service to God and His people?

12. Why do you think Hezekiah chose to show his treasures to the Babylonian envoys? How can we guard against the temptation to flaunt our blessings?

13. How does this chapter demonstrate the power of prayer?

14. How does Hezekiah's life illustrate the consequences of our actions?

15. How might Hezekiah's story have been different if he had sought Isaiah's counsel before showing his treasures to the Babylonian envoys?

16. Reflect on the theme of 'pride and consequences' in this chapter. How can we apply this theme to modern day life?

17. Discuss the theme of 'the temporal and the eternal' in the context of Hezekiah's life.

18. Hezekiah's story contains both miraculous intervention and harsh prophecy. How can we reconcile these two aspects of God's character?

19. What can Hezekiah's response to the prophecy about Babylon teach us about facing the consequences of our actions?

20. How does 2 Kings 20 challenge or encourage you in your personal walk with God?

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