1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 36:5?

2. How does Isaiah 36:5 challenge reliance on human strength over God's power?

3. What does "mere words" in Isaiah 36:5 reveal about empty promises?

4. How can Isaiah 36:5 encourage trust in God's promises today?

5. Connect Isaiah 36:5 with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God over human wisdom.

6. How can Isaiah 36:5 guide us in evaluating our sources of confidence?

7. How does Isaiah 36:5 challenge the reliability of human strength versus divine power?

8. What historical context surrounds the events described in Isaiah 36:5?

9. How does Isaiah 36:5 reflect the theme of trust in God over political alliances?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 36?

11. What did Jesus mean by 'Do Not Fear, Only Believe'?

12. What defines militarism?

13. Isaiah 36:4-6: Does the text accurately represent the complexity of alliances with Egypt, which many historians dispute or find unclear?

14. Why does Christianity demand faith when critical thinking and evidence are more reliable ways of knowing truth?1. How does the context of Isaiah 36:5 challenge us to evaluate where we place our trust in our daily lives?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our words of faith are not empty but are supported by genuine trust and reliance on God?

3. How can the account of Hezekiah and the Assyrian invasion inspire us to respond to crises in our own lives?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to strengthen our faith and reliance on God, especially when facing challenges?

5. How can we, as leaders in our spheres of influence, encourage others to trust in God rather than in human strength or strategies?1. How does Sennacherib's strategy of psychological warfare reflect tactics used in today's world?

2. Discuss the role of faith and trust in God during times of adversity, as depicted in Isaiah 36.

3. In what ways does Rabshakeh’s speech aim to cause division and fear? How does this relate to modern forms of propaganda?

4. What is the significance of Hezekiah's men remaining silent despite Rabshakeh's taunts?

5. Why does Rabshakeh insist on speaking in Hebrew, despite Eliakim's plea to converse in Aramaic?

6. How might the promise of land and life affect the faith of the people of Judah?

7. How does this chapter illustrate the concept of "faith versus worldly alliances"?

8. In our current society, what could be some "Assyrian threats" that challenge your faith?

9. How do you maintain trust in God when facing overwhelming challenges, as Hezekiah did?

10. What lessons can modern leaders learn from Sennacherib's tactics and Hezekiah's response?

11. How does the tearing of clothes symbolize the emotional turmoil faced by the people of Judah?

12. Discuss the irony of Rabshakeh claiming that the Lord has commissioned him to destroy the land.

13. How does the context of this chapter shape its message about resilience and faith?

14. How does this chapter demonstrate the power of fear and intimidation?

15. Discuss the role of silence as a tool of resistance in Isaiah 36.

16. Compare Rabshakeh's speech to ways in which misinformation is spread in today's society.

17. How does Isaiah 36 influence your perspective on handling fear and intimidation?

18. How would you respond to someone challenging your faith as Rabshakeh did with the people of Judah?

19. How can you apply the lessons learned from Hezekiah's silence to conflicts in your own life?

20. How might you handle a situation where your faith or belief is being ridiculed or publicly doubted?

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