◄ 2 Kings 18:19 ►
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 2 Kings 18:19? 2. How does 2 Kings 18:19 challenge us to trust in God's power today? 3. What does "rely on" in 2 Kings 18:19 reveal about faith's importance? 4. How can we apply Hezekiah's example of faith in our daily struggles? 5. What other Bible stories emphasize reliance on God over earthly powers? 6. How does 2 Kings 18:19 encourage us to confront modern-day spiritual challenges? 7. What does 2 Kings 18:19 reveal about the power dynamics between Assyria and Judah? 8. How does 2 Kings 18:19 challenge the faith of Hezekiah and his people? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 18:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 18? 11. Why does 2 Chronicles 32 seem to present a different order of events compared to 2 Kings 18-19 regarding the siege and Hezekiah's actions? 12. Who was Sennacherib in the Bible? 13. Who was Rabshakeh in the Bible? 14. Nehemiah 4:1–3: How reliable is the account of mocking enemies if there’s limited external historical evidence of such opposition during the wall’s rebuilding? Discussion Questions 1. What does the Rabshakeh's question reveal about the Assyrian perspective on faith and power? How does this contrast with Hezekiah's faith in God? 2. How can we apply Hezekiah's example of seeking God in prayer when facing our own "Assyrian" challenges today? 3. In what ways does the account of Hezekiah and the Assyrians illustrate the concept of spiritual warfare? How can Ephesians 6:10-18 help us prepare for such battles? 4. How does the account of Hezekiah's faith and God's deliverance encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty over our personal and national circumstances? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced intimidation or fear. How did your faith in God help you overcome it, and what practical steps did you take to stand firm? 2 Kings 18 Bible Study Questions 1. What made Hezekiah's reign different from that of his father Ahaz? How does this relate to generational differences in religious practice today? 2. Hezekiah destroys the bronze snake because it became an object of worship. What does this teach us about idolatry? 3. How does Hezekiah's response to Assyria contrast with Israel's response that led to their fall? 4. When faced with threats, Hezekiah tried to appease Sennacherib by stripping the temple of its wealth. Was this a faithful decision? How can this apply to situations where we might be tempted to compromise our faith for peace? 5. Why did Hezekiah's officials tear their clothes after receiving Sennacherib's message? How should we respond when our faith is ridiculed? 6. How did Hezekiah's actions reflect his faith in God? How can we show our faith in challenging times? 7. Despite his faith, Hezekiah still faced trials and challenges. What does this tell us about the nature of faith and suffering? 8. What are the 'high places' in your life that may need to be torn down to honour God more fully? 9. Sennacherib's letter was designed to sow doubt and fear among the people of Judah. How can we resist such tactics today? 10. How does the history of Israel's disobedience and deportation serve as a warning for us today? 11. How can we maintain trust in God when facing personal, societal, or global crises? 12. How does Hezekiah's faith inspire you in your own faith journey? 13. In what ways are you challenged to be more like Hezekiah in your walk with God? 14. How can the fear and uncertainty experienced by the people of Judah teach us to handle similar feelings in today's world? 15. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's attempts to appease the Assyrians? 16. What does Hezekiah's story teach us about the consequences of both obedience and disobedience to God? 17. How does the response of Hezekiah's officials to Sennacherib's letter inform us about reacting to blasphemy and disrespect towards our faith? 18. How might the Assyrian threat to Judah parallel the challenges faced by Christians in the contemporary world? 19. What aspects of Hezekiah's character would you like to develop in your own life? 20. How can we ensure our trust in God doesn't waver even when facing seemingly insurmountable odds? Links 2 Kings 18:19 NIV 2 Kings 18:19 NLT 2 Kings 18:19 ESV 2 Kings 18:19 NASB 2 Kings 18:19 KJV 2 Kings 18:19 Commentaries Bible Hub