Isaiah 10:2
to deprive the poor of fair treatment and withhold justice from the oppressed of My people, to make widows their prey and orphans their plunder.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 10:2?

2. How does Isaiah 10:2 highlight the importance of justice in our society today?

3. What actions can we take to defend the rights of the oppressed?

4. How does Isaiah 10:2 connect with Proverbs 31:8-9 about speaking for the voiceless?

5. In what ways can we ensure fair treatment for the "poor" and "widows"?

6. How can we apply Isaiah 10:2 to advocate for righteousness in our community?

7. How does Isaiah 10:2 address social justice and oppression?

8. What historical context influenced the message of Isaiah 10:2?

9. How does Isaiah 10:2 reflect God's view on corrupt leadership?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 10?

11. What defines social justice?

12. What does 'God as father to the fatherless' mean?

13. What does the Bible teach about Christian service?

14. If Christianity is based on love, why has it been used to justify oppression, colonialism, and slavery?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Isaiah 10:2 reflect God's character and His priorities for His people?

2. In what ways can we, as individuals and as a church, actively support the widows and orphans in our community today?

3. How do the warnings in Isaiah 10:2 compare to the teachings of Jesus regarding justice and care for the marginalized?

4. What are some modern examples of depriving the poor of justice, and how can Christians respond to these issues?

5. Reflect on a time when you witnessed or experienced injustice. How did you respond, and what might you do differently in light of Isaiah 10:2?1. How does the portrayal of unjust rulers in verses 1-4 challenge our understanding of justice in our society today?

2. How might we unknowingly contribute to laws or systems that oppress the marginalized?

3. How can we rectify the injustices within our society in the light of Isaiah's teachings?

4. In what ways can we see God's sovereignty in our current global situation?

5. How does the image of Assyria as God's instrument of anger challenge our understanding of God's justice?

6. Can you identify situations where God may have used unlikely 'instruments' in your life to achieve His divine purpose?

7. How does the punishment of Assyria's arrogance inform our perspective on pride and humility?

8. Discuss the concept of "God's pruning process" in the context of personal growth. Can you identify moments of pruning in your life?

9. In what ways can we ensure that our successes do not lead to arrogance, like the Assyrians?

10. What does the prophecy about the remnant of Israel teach us about remaining faithful in difficult times?

11. How can the message of hope and restoration in verses 20-34 inspire us during challenging circumstances?

12. How can we better align ourselves with God's will in our daily lives, based on the teachings in Isaiah 10?

13. What does it mean to "rely solely on the Lord," as described in the latter part of Isaiah 10?

14. How does Isaiah 10 affirm God's commitment to justice?

15. How can the concept of divine justice in Isaiah 10 be applied to contemporary issues in society?

16. How can Isaiah 10 guide our prayers for those in power and positions of leadership?

17. Discuss how the themes of judgement, repentance, and restoration in Isaiah 10 relate to the broader narrative of the Bible.

18. How does Isaiah 10 reinforce the importance of humility before God?

19. How can the prophetic message of Isaiah 10 inspire our actions as Christians in today's world?

20. Based on Isaiah 10, how can we maintain hope and faith when facing the consequences of our actions or enduring trials?

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