◄ 2 Kings 20:14 ►
Then the prophet Isaiah went to King Hezekiah and asked, "Where did those men come from, and what did they say to you?" "They came from a distant land," Hezekiah replied, "from Babylon." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 20:14? 2. What did Isaiah ask Hezekiah about the visitors from Babylon in 2 Kings 20:14? 3. How can we discern God's will when questioned about our actions? 4. What other scriptures emphasize accountability for our actions and decisions? 5. How should we respond when confronted about our stewardship of God's blessings? 6. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's interaction with Isaiah in this passage? 7. Why did Isaiah question Hezekiah about the visitors from Babylon in 2 Kings 20:14? 8. What does 2 Kings 20:14 reveal about Hezekiah's character and leadership? 9. How does 2 Kings 20:14 reflect the political climate of Hezekiah's time? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 20? 11. Can prayer alter God's decisions? 12. 2 Kings 20:6: How does God adding fifteen years to King Hezekiah's life fit with divine omniscience and an unchangeable plan? 13. 2 Kings 20:12-18: If Merodach-Baladan's visit is historically accurate, why don't extra-biblical sources confirm these events? 14. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)? Discussion Questions 1. What can we learn from Hezekiah's interaction with the Babylonian envoys about the dangers of pride and self-reliance? 2. How does Isaiah's questioning of Hezekiah challenge us to consider the motives behind our actions and decisions? 3. In what ways can we apply the lesson of discernment from this passage to our daily lives, especially in our relationships and decision-making? 4. How does the account of Hezekiah and the Babylonian envoys connect to Jesus' teaching on storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced a situation that required discernment. How did you seek God's guidance, and what was the outcome? 2 Kings 20 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's reaction to his illness demonstrate his faith in God? How can we exhibit a similar faith in our own lives? 2. What is the significance of the shadow receding ten steps on the sundial? How does this sign relate to God's power over time and nature? 3. Compare Hezekiah's prayer for healing and his response to Isaiah's prophecy about the Babylonians. What does this contrast reveal about his character? 4. Discuss the consequences of Hezekiah's pride. How can we guard against pride in our own lives? 5. How does the prophecy about the future of Jerusalem affect your understanding of the sovereignty of God and human free will? 6. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's interaction with the Babylonian envoys? 7. What is the significance of God extending Hezekiah's life by fifteen years? How should we view our own lifespan in light of God's control over life and death? 8. How can the story of Hezekiah's miraculous healing inspire faith and hope in individuals facing serious illness today? 9. How can we apply Hezekiah's acceptance of the prophecy about Jerusalem's downfall to situations where we must accept unpleasant truths in our own lives? 10. How does Hezekiah's story inspire you to pray and seek God's intervention in difficult times? 11. Discuss the role of Prophet Isaiah in this chapter. What can we learn from his faithful service to God and His people? 12. Why do you think Hezekiah chose to show his treasures to the Babylonian envoys? How can we guard against the temptation to flaunt our blessings? 13. How does this chapter demonstrate the power of prayer? 14. How does Hezekiah's life illustrate the consequences of our actions? 15. How might Hezekiah's story have been different if he had sought Isaiah's counsel before showing his treasures to the Babylonian envoys? 16. Reflect on the theme of 'pride and consequences' in this chapter. How can we apply this theme to modern day life? 17. Discuss the theme of 'the temporal and the eternal' in the context of Hezekiah's life. 18. Hezekiah's story contains both miraculous intervention and harsh prophecy. How can we reconcile these two aspects of God's character? 19. What can Hezekiah's response to the prophecy about Babylon teach us about facing the consequences of our actions? 20. How does 2 Kings 20 challenge or encourage you in your personal walk with God? Links 2 Kings 20:14 NIV 2 Kings 20:14 NLT 2 Kings 20:14 ESV 2 Kings 20:14 NASB 2 Kings 20:14 KJV 2 Kings 20:14 Commentaries Bible Hub