◄ 2 Chronicles 20:37 ►
Then Eliezer son of Dodavahu of Mareshah prophesied against Jehoshaphat, saying, "Because you have allied yourself with Ahaziah, the LORD has destroyed your works." So the ships were wrecked and were unable to sail to Tarshish. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 20:37? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 20:37 warn against alliances with ungodly individuals? 3. What consequences did Jehoshaphat face for partnering with Ahaziah in 2 Chronicles 20:37? 4. How can we discern God's will in our partnerships, based on this verse? 5. What other biblical examples show the dangers of ungodly alliances? 6. How can we apply the lesson of 2 Chronicles 20:37 in our daily lives? 7. Why did God allow Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahaziah to fail in 2 Chronicles 20:37? 8. What does 2 Chronicles 20:37 teach about forming alliances with ungodly leaders? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 20:37 reflect God's judgment on disobedience? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 20? 11. Is there archaeological or historical evidence outside the Bible to corroborate this alleged miraculous victory (2 Chronicles 20)? 12. Who was Eliezer in the Bible? 13. Who was Eliezer in the Bible? 14. In 1 Kings 22:43, why does the text imply Jehoshaphat removed high places when 2 Chronicles 20:33 suggests otherwise? Discussion Questions 1. What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's decision to ally with Ahaziah, and how can this inform our choices in forming partnerships today? 2. How does the outcome of Jehoshaphat's maritime venture illustrate the principle of reaping what we sow, as seen in Galatians 6:7? 3. In what ways can we ensure that we are heeding God's warnings in our lives, similar to the role of Eliezer's prophecy? 4. How does Jehoshaphat's experience challenge us to evaluate our current alliances and relationships in light of biblical principles? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced consequences for a decision that was not aligned with God's will. How did that experience shape your future choices? 2 Chronicles 20 Bible Study Questions 1. How did Jehoshaphat react to the news of the advancing enemy army? How should we respond in situations of fear and uncertainty? 2. Discuss the significance of Jehoshaphat's prayer in verses 5-12. What can we learn from his prayer in our personal prayer life? 3. How does this chapter portray the power of collective worship and prayer? 4. Reflect on the prophecy of Jahaziel in verses 13-17. What does it teach us about God's involvement in our battles? 5. Why did God give Jehoshaphat and Judah victory when they did not physically fight the battle? 6. Discuss the role of praise in this chapter. How can praise impact our personal struggles? 7. How does the concept of "The battle belongs to the Lord" apply to contemporary life? 8. What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's approach to the crisis he faced? How can we apply this in our current struggles? 9. Reflect on the consequences of Jehoshaphat's alliance with King Jehoram. What does this teach us about the discernment of alliances and partnerships in our lives? 10. How does Jehoshaphat's reliance on God influence his leadership style? What leadership lessons can we draw from this chapter? 11. What does the chapter's outcome teach about the benefits of obedience to God? 12. How does the fear of God lead to peace, as seen in verses 29-30? 13. How can we practically express our faith and trust in God during difficult times? 14. Why is it important to remember past victories when facing present challenges? 15. In what ways can we apply the principle of divine intervention in our lives? 16. How can we cultivate an attitude of gratitude, similar to Jehoshaphat and his people after the victory? 17. How do the actions of the Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites in this chapter reflect the consequences of pride and aggression? 18. What does Jehoshaphat's decision to inquire of the Lord before acting teach us about decision making? 19. How does this chapter encourage us to handle fear and anxiety? 20. How might Jehoshaphat's experiences in this chapter inform our understanding of God's character and His love for His people? Links 2 Chronicles 20:37 NIV 2 Chronicles 20:37 NLT 2 Chronicles 20:37 ESV 2 Chronicles 20:37 NASB 2 Chronicles 20:37 KJV 2 Chronicles 20:37 Commentaries Bible Hub