Cush and Egypt were her boundless strength; Put and Libya were her allies. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Nahum 3:9? 2. How does Nahum 3:9 illustrate God's judgment on nations relying on alliances? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Nahum 3:9? 4. How does Nahum 3:9 connect with God's judgment in Isaiah 31:1? 5. How should Nahum 3:9 influence our trust in worldly versus divine strength? 6. What practical steps can we take to avoid reliance on worldly powers? 7. What does Nahum 3:9 reveal about God's judgment on powerful nations? 8. How does Nahum 3:9 reflect the historical alliances of ancient Egypt and Cush? 9. Why does Nahum 3:9 emphasize the strength of Put and Libya? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nahum 3? 11. Who was Ham in the Bible? 12. What is the Bible's perspective on black people? 13. In Hosea 9:3, how does the claim that Israel would return to Egypt align with historical records that show no major return after the Exodus? 14. If Romans 13:3 claims rulers promote good and punish bad, why have some historical governments done the opposite without facing apparent divine judgment? Discussion Questions 1. How does the historical context of Nahum 3:9 help us understand the dangers of relying on worldly alliances today?2. In what ways can we apply the lesson of God's sovereignty over nations to our personal lives and current global events? 3. How does the downfall of powerful nations like Egypt and Cush challenge our understanding of security and strength? 4. What are some modern-day "alliances" or "strengths" that people might rely on instead of God, and how can we guard against this tendency? 5. How can the themes of pride and humility in Nahum 3:9 be applied to our personal walk with Christ and our interactions with others?1. How does Nahum 3 demonstrate God's sovereignty over nations? 2. In what ways does Nahum's prophecy about Nineveh's downfall connect with God's justice? 3. Discuss the significance of the comparison of Nineveh to Thebes. 4. What specific sins of Nineveh led to its downfall according to Nahum 3? 5. How does Nahum's prophecy apply to today's world in terms of nations and their actions? 6. In today's context, what lessons can political leaders learn from Nineveh's downfall? 7. How can the destruction of Nineveh serve as a warning against oppressive behavior in the modern world? 8. As individuals, how can we guard against the sins that led to Nineveh's downfall? 9. How does Nahum 3 challenge you to think about the consequences of collective sin? 10. How does the destruction of Nineveh reflect the biblical principle of reaping what you sow? 11. How can this chapter influence our perspective on divine justice? 12. How might the graphic description of Nineveh's downfall impact your understanding of the seriousness of sin? 13. What steps can we take as individuals to promote justice in our societies? 14. How should the prophetic denunciations in Nahum 3 shape our view of repentance and forgiveness? 15. How can you apply the lessons from Nahum 3 to better your community or nation? 16. What does Nahum 3 tell you about God's perspective on violence and deceit? 17. How should the message of Nahum 3 influence our prayers for our nations today? 18. In what ways does Nahum 3 encourage us to live righteously and serve God sincerely? 19. Discuss a time when you witnessed the consequences of a nation's sin. How does it relate to Nahum 3? 20. How can the message in Nahum 3 encourage us to stand up against oppression and injustice in the world today? Links Nahum 3:9 NIVNahum 3:9 NLT Nahum 3:9 ESV Nahum 3:9 NASB Nahum 3:9 KJV Nahum 3:9 Commentaries Bible Hub |



