◄ 2 Kings 18:7 ►
And the LORD was with Hezekiah, and he prospered wherever he went. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and refused to serve him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:7? 2. How does 2 Kings 18:7 demonstrate God's favor towards Hezekiah's leadership? 3. What actions led to Hezekiah's success as described in 2 Kings 18:7? 4. How can we apply Hezekiah's trust in God to our daily challenges? 5. What scriptural connections exist between Hezekiah's success and Psalm 1:3? 6. How can Hezekiah's example inspire us to resist ungodly influences today? 7. How does 2 Kings 18:7 demonstrate God's favor towards Hezekiah? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 18:7? 9. How does Hezekiah's success in 2 Kings 18:7 relate to his faithfulness to God? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 18? 11. Why does 2 Chronicles 32 seem to present a different order of events compared to 2 Kings 18-19 regarding the siege and Hezekiah's actions? 12. In 1 Chronicles 4:41, why is there no clear historical record of the destruction of these inhabitants, raising doubts about the event’s authenticity? 13. Isaiah 39:2: How could Judah, a small kingdom, have accumulated such wealth and armaments to intrigue Babylon’s interest? 14. 2 Kings 18:5–6 – How can we verify Hezekiah’s unprecedented devotion when other kings are also praised elsewhere? Discussion Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's faithfulness to God serve as a model for us in our personal and professional lives? 2. In what ways can we demonstrate courage and trust in God when facing modern-day "Assyrias" or challenges? 3. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's presence in a significant way. How did it impact your situation? 4. What are some "idols" in contemporary life that we might need to remove to experience spiritual renewal? 5. How can we apply the principle of God's presence leading to prosperity in our daily decision-making and priorities? 2 Kings 18 Bible Study Questions 1. What made Hezekiah's reign different from that of his father Ahaz? How does this relate to generational differences in religious practice today? 2. Hezekiah destroys the bronze snake because it became an object of worship. What does this teach us about idolatry? 3. How does Hezekiah's response to Assyria contrast with Israel's response that led to their fall? 4. When faced with threats, Hezekiah tried to appease Sennacherib by stripping the temple of its wealth. Was this a faithful decision? How can this apply to situations where we might be tempted to compromise our faith for peace? 5. Why did Hezekiah's officials tear their clothes after receiving Sennacherib's message? How should we respond when our faith is ridiculed? 6. How did Hezekiah's actions reflect his faith in God? How can we show our faith in challenging times? 7. Despite his faith, Hezekiah still faced trials and challenges. What does this tell us about the nature of faith and suffering? 8. What are the 'high places' in your life that may need to be torn down to honour God more fully? 9. Sennacherib's letter was designed to sow doubt and fear among the people of Judah. How can we resist such tactics today? 10. How does the history of Israel's disobedience and deportation serve as a warning for us today? 11. How can we maintain trust in God when facing personal, societal, or global crises? 12. How does Hezekiah's faith inspire you in your own faith journey? 13. In what ways are you challenged to be more like Hezekiah in your walk with God? 14. How can the fear and uncertainty experienced by the people of Judah teach us to handle similar feelings in today's world? 15. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's attempts to appease the Assyrians? 16. What does Hezekiah's story teach us about the consequences of both obedience and disobedience to God? 17. How does the response of Hezekiah's officials to Sennacherib's letter inform us about reacting to blasphemy and disrespect towards our faith? 18. How might the Assyrian threat to Judah parallel the challenges faced by Christians in the contemporary world? 19. What aspects of Hezekiah's character would you like to develop in your own life? 20. How can we ensure our trust in God doesn't waver even when facing seemingly insurmountable odds? Links 2 Kings 18:7 NIV 2 Kings 18:7 NLT 2 Kings 18:7 ESV 2 Kings 18:7 NASB 2 Kings 18:7 KJV 2 Kings 18:7 Commentaries Bible Hub