◄ 2 Chronicles 25:9 ►
Amaziah asked the man of God, "What should I do about the hundred talents I have given to the army of Israel?" And the man of God replied, "The LORD is able to give you much more than this." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 25:9? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 25:9 emphasize trusting God over material wealth or resources? 3. What lessons on faith can we learn from Amaziah's decision in this passage? 4. How does this verse connect with Matthew 6:33 about seeking God's kingdom first? 5. In what ways can we prioritize God's will over financial concerns today? 6. How can we apply the principle of God's provision in our daily lives? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 25:9 illustrate God's provision despite human loss? 8. What does 2 Chronicles 25:9 teach about trusting God over military strength? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 25:9 challenge our understanding of financial sacrifice for faith? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 25? 11. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) 12. Why do the numbers listed in 2 Chronicles 9:25 about Solomon's horses and chariots differ from related passages like 1 Kings 4:26? 13. How many stalls for horses did Solomon have? Forty thousand (I Kings 4:26) Four thousand (2 chronicles 9:25) 14. Why does 1 Kings 4:26 mention 40,000 stalls for Solomon's horses, while 2 Chronicles 9:25 records only 4,000? Discussion Questions 1. How does Amaziah's initial decision to hire mercenaries reflect a common struggle in trusting God fully? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of "The LORD is able to give you much more than this" in our financial decisions today? 3. How do the additional scriptures reinforce the message of God's provision and faithfulness? 4. What are some modern-day "mercenaries" or human solutions we might be tempted to rely on instead of trusting God? 5. How can we cultivate a heart that prioritizes obedience to God over financial or strategic gain? 2 Chronicles 25 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Amaziah's initial righteousness contribute to his early success as king? 2. What does Amaziah's decision to spare the children of his father's murderers reveal about him? 3. Discuss the significance of Amaziah's decision to dismiss the Israelite troops despite financial loss. How does this decision resonate in today's world? 4. Why did the dismissed Israelite soldiers raid towns in Judah, and what can we learn from their actions? 5. How does Amaziah's transition to worshipping the gods of Edom reflect his spiritual downfall? 6. What lessons can we learn from Amaziah's reaction to the warning of the prophet against his idolatry? 7. How might pride have contributed to Amaziah's challenge to King Jehoash? 8. How does Jehoash's response to Amaziah's challenge demonstrate wisdom? 9. Discuss the consequences of Amaziah's defeat to Jehoash. How could this situation have been avoided? 10. In what ways did Amaziah's choices lead to his eventual assassination? 11. How can we apply the lessons learned from Amaziah's life to our current lives? 12. What can we learn from the change in Amaziah's heart during his reign? 13. How does Amaziah's story show the importance of humility in spiritual leadership? 14. In today's world, what could be seen as parallel to Amaziah's idolatry? 15. Discuss the role of obedience and faith in the Christian journey using Amaziah's story as a reference. 16. What does Amaziah's life teach us about the dangers of pride and self-sufficiency? 17. How can we guard ourselves from the influences that led Amaziah astray? 18. How does Amaziah's story illustrate the consequences of disregarding prophetic warnings? 19. Discuss the importance of making alliances and partnerships that are in line with God's will. 20. How can we maintain our faith and obedience to God in times of success and abundance, as seen in Amaziah's early reign? Links 2 Chronicles 25:9 NIV 2 Chronicles 25:9 NLT 2 Chronicles 25:9 ESV 2 Chronicles 25:9 NASB 2 Chronicles 25:9 KJV 2 Chronicles 25:9 Commentaries Bible Hub