◄ Isaiah 36:4 ►
The Rabshakeh said to them, "Tell Hezekiah that this is what the great king, the king of Assyria, says: What is the basis of this confidence of yours? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 36:4? 2. How does Isaiah 36:4 challenge us to trust in God's power alone? 3. What does the Assyrian commander's message reveal about worldly versus divine strength? 4. How can we apply Hezekiah's faith in God's promises to our lives today? 5. Compare Isaiah 36:4 with Psalm 20:7 on reliance. What insights emerge? 6. How does Isaiah 36:4 encourage us to reject fear and embrace faith? 7. How does Isaiah 36:4 challenge the faith of those relying on human strength over God? 8. What historical context surrounds the Assyrian king's message in Isaiah 36:4? 9. How does Isaiah 36:4 reflect the theme of trust in divine power versus human power? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 36? 11. Isaiah 36:4–6: Does the text accurately represent the complexity of alliances with Egypt, which many historians dispute or find unclear? 12. Who was Rabshakeh in the Bible? 13. Isaiah 36:2: Is there archaeological evidence confirming the Rabshakeh's confrontation at the upper pool near the Launderers' Field? 14. Isaiah 36:18-20: How do we reconcile the Rabshakeh's claim that no god has saved any nation from Assyria with the biblical assertion that the Lord ultimately delivered Judah? Discussion Questions 1. What does the Rabshakeh's question reveal about the Assyrian perspective on power and confidence? How does this contrast with a biblical understanding of where true confidence should lie? 2. How does Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat serve as a model for dealing with crises in our own lives? What practical steps can we take to emulate his faith and reliance on God? 3. In what ways does the account of Hezekiah and the Assyrian siege illustrate the concept of spiritual warfare? How can Ephesians 6:10-18 help us prepare for similar battles? 4. How does the outcome of the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem demonstrate God's sovereignty and faithfulness? What other biblical accounts reinforce this theme? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced a situation that seemed insurmountable. How did your faith influence your response, and what did you learn about God's power and provision through that experience? Isaiah 36 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Sennacherib's strategy of psychological warfare reflect tactics used in today's world? 2. Discuss the role of faith and trust in God during times of adversity, as depicted in Isaiah 36. 3. In what ways does Rabshakeh’s speech aim to cause division and fear? How does this relate to modern forms of propaganda? 4. What is the significance of Hezekiah's men remaining silent despite Rabshakeh's taunts? 5. Why does Rabshakeh insist on speaking in Hebrew, despite Eliakim's plea to converse in Aramaic? 6. How might the promise of land and life affect the faith of the people of Judah? 7. How does this chapter illustrate the concept of "faith versus worldly alliances"? 8. In our current society, what could be some "Assyrian threats" that challenge your faith? 9. How do you maintain trust in God when facing overwhelming challenges, as Hezekiah did? 10. What lessons can modern leaders learn from Sennacherib's tactics and Hezekiah's response? 11. How does the tearing of clothes symbolize the emotional turmoil faced by the people of Judah? 12. Discuss the irony of Rabshakeh claiming that the Lord has commissioned him to destroy the land. 13. How does the context of this chapter shape its message about resilience and faith? 14. How does this chapter demonstrate the power of fear and intimidation? 15. Discuss the role of silence as a tool of resistance in Isaiah 36. 16. Compare Rabshakeh's speech to ways in which misinformation is spread in today's society. 17. How does Isaiah 36 influence your perspective on handling fear and intimidation? 18. How would you respond to someone challenging your faith as Rabshakeh did with the people of Judah? 19. How can you apply the lessons learned from Hezekiah's silence to conflicts in your own life? 20. How might you handle a situation where your faith or belief is being ridiculed or publicly doubted? Links Isaiah 36:4 NIV Isaiah 36:4 NLT Isaiah 36:4 ESV Isaiah 36:4 NASB Isaiah 36:4 KJV Isaiah 36:4 Commentaries Bible Hub