◄ 2 Chronicles 28:17 ►
The Edomites had again come and attacked Judah and carried away captives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 28:17? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 28:17 highlight the consequences of turning from God? 3. What can we learn about God's protection from 2 Chronicles 28:17? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 28:17 connect with Deuteronomy 28's blessings and curses? 5. How should believers respond when facing adversity like in 2 Chronicles 28:17? 6. What steps can we take to ensure God's favor, avoiding Judah's fate? 7. Why did the Edomites invade Judah according to 2 Chronicles 28:17? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 28:17 reflect God's judgment on Judah? 9. What historical evidence supports the Edomite invasion in 2 Chronicles 28:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 28? 11. Are the large-scale military defeats and deportations in 2 Chronicles 28 verifiable through existing sources? 12. Numbers 20:14–21 – Is there any historical or archaeological evidence supporting Edom’s refusal to allow Israel passage? 13. Does the capture of 200,000 prisoners in 2 Chronicles 28:8 align with known historical records? 14. How does Isaiah 52:2's command to rise from captivity align with known historical timelines and evidence of Israel's exiles? Discussion Questions 1. How does the historical enmity between the Edomites and Judah reflect the consequences of unresolved conflicts in our own lives? 2. In what ways can idolatry manifest in modern life, and how can we guard against it? 3. How does the leadership of King Ahaz contrast with the qualities of a godly leader? What can we learn from this contrast? 4. How can we find hope and assurance in God's sovereignty, even when facing difficult circumstances or judgment? 5. What steps can we take to ensure that we remain faithful to God, even when surrounded by cultural pressures to conform? 2 Chronicles 28 Bible Study Questions 1. What can we learn from Ahaz's disobedience to God and his ultimate fate? 2. How did the actions of King Ahaz affect the nation of Judah? 3. Discuss the significance of Oded's intervention. How does it underscore the role of prophets? 4. How do you see the themes of divine retribution and mercy playing out in this chapter? 5. In what ways can we apply the lessons from this chapter to today's world, particularly to leadership roles? 6. Ahaz sought assistance from the Assyrian king instead of turning to God. What does this say about his faith and understanding of God? 7. How can we ensure that we don't fall into the trap of idolatry in our modern lives? 8. In what ways did Ahaz's actions exacerbate the crisis for Judah instead of mitigating it? 9. How does the response of the leaders of Ephraim to Oded's words demonstrate the power of prophecy? 10. Why do you think Ahaz continued his idolatrous practices even after witnessing the dire consequences? 11. What are some contemporary examples of leaders who faced significant challenges due to their unrighteous actions? 12. How can we ensure that we heed the warnings in our lives and change our course of action accordingly? 13. What are some modern forms of idolatry, and how can we guard ourselves against them? 14. How can we use the lessons from this chapter to guide our decisions in times of crisis? 15. What does this chapter teach us about personal and societal responsibility? 16. How do the actions of the Ephraimite leaders illustrate the importance of repentance and restoration? 17. How can the principles in this chapter be applied to promote justice and equality in today's society? 18. How does this chapter underscore the importance of obeying God's commandments? 19. In today's context, how can we identify and correct our missteps before they lead to severe consequences? 20. How can we reconcile the wrathful depiction of God in this chapter with the concept of a loving, merciful God? Links 2 Chronicles 28:17 NIV 2 Chronicles 28:17 NLT 2 Chronicles 28:17 ESV 2 Chronicles 28:17 NASB 2 Chronicles 28:17 KJV 2 Chronicles 28:17 Commentaries Bible Hub