◄ Isaiah 37:34 ►
He will go back the way he came, and he will not enter this city,' declares the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 37:34? 2. How does Isaiah 37:34 demonstrate God's protection over His people? 3. What does "by the way he came" reveal about God's sovereignty? 4. How can Isaiah 37:34 strengthen our faith in God's promises today? 5. Connect Isaiah 37:34 with another instance of divine deliverance in Scripture. 6. How should Isaiah 37:34 influence our response to threats against our faith? 7. How does Isaiah 37:34 demonstrate God's sovereignty over historical events? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Isaiah 37:34? 9. How does Isaiah 37:34 reflect God's protection of His people? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 37? 11. Could Ezekiel 9 be interpreted as a purely symbolic vision rather than a literal event, and if so, why include graphic details? 12. Why do Isaiah 37:33–35 and parallel biblical accounts (e.g., 2 Kings 19) differ in describing Sennacherib’s retreat and the exact nature of the Assyrian defeat? 13. Isaiah 51:12-13 challenges the fear of mortal men compared to God, yet how does this resolve the problem of tangible human threats observed throughout documented history? 14. What does trusting in Jesus entail? Discussion Questions 1. How does the context of Isaiah 37:34 enhance our understanding of God's promise to protect Jerusalem? 2. In what ways can Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat serve as a model for our own responses to crises? 3. How does the fulfillment of God's promise in Isaiah 37:34 strengthen our faith in the reliability of Scripture? 4. What are some modern-day "Assyrian threats" that believers face, and how can we apply the lessons from this passage to those situations? 5. How does the theme of divine protection in Isaiah 37:34 connect with other biblical accounts of God's deliverance, such as in Exodus 14 or Psalm 46? Isaiah 37 Bible Study Questions 1. How does King Hezekiah's initial reaction to the threat from Sennacherib reflect his faith in God? 2. What does Hezekiah's prayer reveal about his understanding of God's nature? 3. How does this chapter illustrate the power and importance of prayer during times of crisis? 4. In what ways does God's response to Hezekiah's prayer demonstrate His love and protection for His people? 5. What can we learn from Isaiah's role as a prophet and a mediator in this chapter? 6. How does the downfall of Sennacherib illustrate the dangers of pride and blasphemy? 7. What are some of the key themes in this chapter, and how are they relevant to your own life? 8. How would you react to a situation like Hezekiah's, facing a seemingly insurmountable challenge? 9. Can you identify a situation in your life where you felt God's intervention, similar to the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrians? 10. How can you apply Hezekiah's faith and dependence on God in your day-to-day life? 11. How does Isaiah 37 affirm the sovereignty of God, and how does this truth provide comfort in difficult times? 12. Compare Sennacherib's perspective on God to that of Hezekiah's. How does their understanding of God influence their actions and outcomes? 13. How can you cultivate a prayer life like Hezekiah's in your personal spiritual journey? 14. How does God’s prophecy against Sennacherib reassure you of God’s justice? 15. How does the chapter encourage you to handle fear and intimidation from a biblical perspective? 16. Can you recall a moment when you were forced to face your pride like Sennacherib? How did you respond? 17. How does this chapter help us understand the role and importance of prophecy in the Bible? 18. How can you apply the message of God's protection in Jerusalem to your current situation or community? 19. How does Hezekiah’s plea for God to be glorified in Isaiah 37:20 influence your motivations in prayer? 20. How can you use this chapter as a guide to pray for those in leadership, like Hezekiah, who face difficult decisions? Links Isaiah 37:34 NIV Isaiah 37:34 NLT Isaiah 37:34 ESV Isaiah 37:34 NASB Isaiah 37:34 KJV Isaiah 37:34 Commentaries Bible Hub