◄ 2 Chronicles 36:13 ►
He also rebelled against King Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God. But Zedekiah stiffened his neck and hardened his heart against turning to the LORD, the God of Israel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 36:13? 2. How does Zedekiah's rebellion against Nebuchadnezzar illustrate disobedience to God's authority? 3. What role does pride play in Zedekiah's refusal to humble himself before God? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 36:13 connect with Romans 13:1 on submitting to authority? 5. What consequences did Zedekiah face for hardening his heart against God's word? 6. How can we ensure our hearts remain humble and obedient to God's commands? 7. Why did Zedekiah rebel against Nebuchadnezzar despite swearing an oath by God in 2 Chronicles 36:13? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 36:13 illustrate the consequences of breaking a covenant with God? 9. What does Zedekiah's rebellion in 2 Chronicles 36:13 reveal about human nature and disobedience? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 36? 11. Who was King Jehoahaz in biblical history? 12. Who were Josiah's sons? 13. Why do extra-biblical historical sources seem to conflict or fail to mention details about Mattaniah's appointment as Zedekiah (2 Kings 24:17)? 14. Is there archaeological evidence confirming the large-scale desecration described in Psalm 79:1-3? Discussion Questions 1. What can we learn from Zedekiah's failure to keep his oath, and how does this apply to our commitments today? 2. How does Zedekiah's rebellion against Nebuchadnezzar reflect a deeper spiritual rebellion against God? 3. In what ways can we identify and address areas of spiritual stubbornness in our own lives? 4. How does the account of Zedekiah illustrate the consequences of ignoring God's warnings through His prophets? 5. What steps can we take to ensure that we remain responsive to God's guidance and avoid the hardening of our hearts? 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 36:13 NIV 2 Chronicles 36:13 NLT 2 Chronicles 36:13 ESV 2 Chronicles 36:13 NASB 2 Chronicles 36:13 KJV 2 Chronicles 36:13 Commentaries Bible Hub