◄ 2 Chronicles 20:22 ►
The moment they began their shouts and praises, the LORD set ambushes against the men of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir who had come against Judah, and they were defeated. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 20:22? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 20:22 demonstrate the power of praise in battles? 3. What role did faith play in the victory described in 2 Chronicles 20:22? 4. How can we apply the principle of praise in our daily spiritual battles? 5. What other biblical events show God intervening when His people praise Him? 6. How can we cultivate a heart of praise in challenging circumstances today? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 20:22 demonstrate the power of praise in spiritual warfare? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 20:22? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 20:22 reflect God's sovereignty over human conflicts? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 20? 11. How could an alliance of hostile armies suddenly turn on each other and destroy themselves without any plausible explanation (2 Chronicles 20:22–23)? 12. Why does this account depict God favoring one nation over others with a miraculous intervention while ignoring widespread conflicts elsewhere (2 Chronicles 20)? 13. Psalm 68:1–2: How can the defeat of enemies described as “vanishing like smoke” be understood in light of historical or scientific plausibility? 14. Psalm 48:5–6: Is there any historical or scientific evidence that opposing kings literally “saw and were amazed” to the point of trembling? Discussion Questions 1. How does the account of Jehoshaphat and Judah's victory through praise challenge your current approach to difficult situations? 2. In what ways can you incorporate more praise into your daily life, especially during challenging times? 3. How does the concept of God setting ambushes against our enemies encourage you in your spiritual battles? 4. What are some other biblical examples where praise led to divine intervention, and how can these accounts inspire your faith journey? 5. How can you foster a sense of community and collective worship in your church or small group, similar to the people of Judah? 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 20:22 NIV 2 Chronicles 20:22 NLT 2 Chronicles 20:22 ESV 2 Chronicles 20:22 NASB 2 Chronicles 20:22 KJV 2 Chronicles 20:22 Commentaries Bible Hub