◄ Isaiah 10:11 ►
and as I have done to Samaria and its idols, will I not also do to Jerusalem and her idols?" Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 10:11? 2. How does Isaiah 10:11 illustrate God's judgment against prideful nations? 3. What lessons can we learn from Assyria's arrogance in Isaiah 10:11? 4. How does Isaiah 10:11 connect with God's sovereignty in Isaiah 46:10? 5. How can we avoid the prideful attitude seen in Isaiah 10:11 today? 6. What does Isaiah 10:11 teach about God's control over world events? 7. How does Isaiah 10:11 reflect God's judgment on nations? 8. What historical events align with Isaiah 10:11's prophecy? 9. Does Isaiah 10:11 suggest divine retribution is justified? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 10? 11. Will you serve as my witnesses? 12. Isaiah 10:7-11: Is there sufficient historical or archaeological evidence supporting the extensive conquests described here? 13. Isaiah 36:18-20: How do we reconcile the Rabshakeh's claim that no god has saved any nation from Assyria with the biblical assertion that the Lord ultimately delivered Judah? 14. Why does Ezekiel 23:4 personify Samaria and Jerusalem as immoral sisters, and is there historical or archeological evidence to support these specific accusations? Discussion Questions 1. How does the historical context of Assyria's conquest of Samaria and threat to Jerusalem help us understand the message of Isaiah 10:11? 2. In what ways can modern believers identify and address idolatry in their own lives, drawing from the lessons of Samaria and Jerusalem? 3. How does the account of Jerusalem's deliverance under King Hezekiah (2 Kings 18-19) illustrate the power of repentance and faith in God's promises? 4. What does Isaiah 10:11 teach us about God's character, particularly His justice and mercy, and how should this influence our relationship with Him? 5. How can we apply the principle of God's sovereignty over nations and history to current global events and our personal lives? Isaiah 10 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the portrayal of unjust rulers in verses 1-4 challenge our understanding of justice in our society today? 2. How might we unknowingly contribute to laws or systems that oppress the marginalized? 3. How can we rectify the injustices within our society in the light of Isaiah's teachings? 4. In what ways can we see God's sovereignty in our current global situation? 5. How does the image of Assyria as God's instrument of anger challenge our understanding of God's justice? 6. Can you identify situations where God may have used unlikely 'instruments' in your life to achieve His divine purpose? 7. How does the punishment of Assyria's arrogance inform our perspective on pride and humility? 8. Discuss the concept of "God's pruning process" in the context of personal growth. Can you identify moments of pruning in your life? 9. In what ways can we ensure that our successes do not lead to arrogance, like the Assyrians? 10. What does the prophecy about the remnant of Israel teach us about remaining faithful in difficult times? 11. How can the message of hope and restoration in verses 20-34 inspire us during challenging circumstances? 12. How can we better align ourselves with God's will in our daily lives, based on the teachings in Isaiah 10? 13. What does it mean to "rely solely on the Lord," as described in the latter part of Isaiah 10? 14. How does Isaiah 10 affirm God's commitment to justice? 15. How can the concept of divine justice in Isaiah 10 be applied to contemporary issues in society? 16. How can Isaiah 10 guide our prayers for those in power and positions of leadership? 17. Discuss how the themes of judgement, repentance, and restoration in Isaiah 10 relate to the broader narrative of the Bible. 18. How does Isaiah 10 reinforce the importance of humility before God? 19. How can the prophetic message of Isaiah 10 inspire our actions as Christians in today's world? 20. Based on Isaiah 10, how can we maintain hope and faith when facing the consequences of our actions or enduring trials? Links Isaiah 10:11 NIV Isaiah 10:11 NLT Isaiah 10:11 ESV Isaiah 10:11 NASB Isaiah 10:11 KJV Isaiah 10:11 Commentaries Bible Hub