◄ 2 Chronicles 20:9 ►
If disaster comes upon us--whether sword or judgment, plague or famine--we will stand before this temple and before You, for Your Name is in this temple. We will cry out to You in our distress, and You will hear us and save us.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 20:9? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 20:9 encourage us to trust God during adversity? 3. What role does prayer play in seeking God's help, according to this verse? 4. How can we apply Jehoshaphat's example of faith in our daily challenges? 5. How does 2 Chronicles 20:9 connect with Philippians 4:6-7 on anxiety? 6. What steps can we take to remember God's promises in difficult times? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 20:9 reflect God's promise of protection during adversity? 8. What historical events might have influenced the message in 2 Chronicles 20:9? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 20:9 relate to the concept of divine intervention? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 20? 11. Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath? 12. In that count how many fighting men were found in Israel? Eight hundred thousand (2 Samuel 24:9) One million, one hundred thousand (I Chronicles 21:5) 13. Why is there a discrepancy between the numbers given in 2 Samuel 24:9 and 1 Chronicles 21 for the same census? 14. 2 Chronicles 3:8 - How did Solomon acquire and transport enough gold to overlay the inner sanctuary entirely? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jehoshaphat's response to crisis in 2 Chronicles 20:9 inspire you to handle your own challenges? 2. In what ways can the concept of the temple as God's dwelling place be applied to the New Testament understanding of believers as the temple of the Holy Spirit? 3. How can the practice of corporate prayer strengthen a community of believers facing difficult situations? 4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's deliverance. How does this passage encourage you to trust Him in future trials? 5. How can the assurance of God's faithfulness in 2 Chronicles 20:9 be a source of comfort and strength in your daily walk with Christ? 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 20:9 NIV 2 Chronicles 20:9 NLT 2 Chronicles 20:9 ESV 2 Chronicles 20:9 NASB 2 Chronicles 20:9 KJV 2 Chronicles 20:9 Commentaries Bible Hub