◄ 2 Chronicles 36:16 ►
But they mocked the messengers of God, despising His words and scoffing at His prophets, until the wrath of the LORD against His people was stirred up beyond remedy. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 36:16? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 36:16 illustrate the consequences of rejecting God's messengers today? 3. What parallels exist between 2 Chronicles 36:16 and Jesus' warnings in Matthew 23? 4. How can we ensure we are not "mocking" God's word in our lives? 5. What steps can we take to heed God's warnings in our daily walk? 6. How does 2 Chronicles 36:16 emphasize the importance of listening to spiritual leaders? 7. Why did the Israelites mock God's messengers in 2 Chronicles 36:16? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 36:16 reflect human resistance to divine warnings? 9. What historical events led to the fulfillment of 2 Chronicles 36:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 36? 11. What led to Babylon's conquest of Judah? 12. What is the meaning of mocking God? 13. Why was "baldhead" considered an insult in Elisha's time? 14. Psalm 76:7: If “none can stand” before God’s anger, how do we explain the numerous successful invasions of Judah documented in biblical and extrabiblical records? Discussion Questions 1. How does the rejection of God's messengers in 2 Chronicles 36:16 compare to the rejection of Jesus in the New Testament? 2. What are some modern-day examples of how people might "mock" or "scoff" at God's word or His messengers? 3. Reflect on a time when you ignored wise counsel. What were the consequences, and how did you eventually respond? 4. How can we ensure that our hearts remain receptive to God's word and not become hardened? 5. In what ways can we support and encourage those who are called to be messengers of God in our communities today? 2 Chronicles 36 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the behavior of the last four kings of Judah demonstrate the consequences of disobedience to God? 2. How could have Judah avoided the tragic end depicted in 2 Chronicles 36? 3. How did the actions of Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah affect the people they were leading? 4. How does God use foreign rulers like Nebuchadnezzar and Cyrus to fulfill His purposes? 5. What is the significance of the 70 years of exile? 6. How is the concept of a 'sabbath rest' demonstrated through the Babylonian exile? 7. How does the fall of Jerusalem in this chapter demonstrate the serious nature of God's judgment? 8. In what ways does God show His mercy in this chapter, despite the judgement? 9. How does the prophecy of Jeremiah come to pass in this chapter, and what does this tell us about the nature of prophecy in the Bible? 10. How is Cyrus used as a vessel for God's deliverance? 11. In modern times, how might leaders' actions have far-reaching consequences for the people they lead? 12. How might the Babylonian exile be reflected in contemporary experiences of displacement or forced migration? 13. How can we remain hopeful in times of crisis, as the people of Judah may have felt during the exile? 14. How does God's fulfillment of His promises in this chapter reassure you about promises He has made elsewhere in the Bible? 15. How might the idea of a 'sabbath rest' apply to your personal life and modern society? 16. How can we heed warnings from God in our lives, unlike the people of Judah in 2 Chronicles 36? 17. How does the chronicler's account of the destruction of Jerusalem impact your understanding of the consequences of collective disobedience? 18. What can we learn from the mercy God shows to the people of Judah despite their rebellion? 19. How do you see God working through non-believers or unlikely individuals, similar to Cyrus, in the world today? 20. How does the ending of Chronicles inspire you to trust in God's faithfulness and promises? Links 2 Chronicles 36:16 NIV 2 Chronicles 36:16 NLT 2 Chronicles 36:16 ESV 2 Chronicles 36:16 NASB 2 Chronicles 36:16 KJV 2 Chronicles 36:16 Commentaries Bible Hub