◄ Isaiah 10:15 ►
Does an axe raise itself above the one who swings it? Does a saw boast over him who saws with it? It would be like a rod waving the one who lifts it, or a staff lifting him who is not wood! Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 10:15? 2. How does Isaiah 10:15 illustrate the relationship between God and human instruments? 3. What does Isaiah 10:15 teach about pride and humility before God? 4. How can Isaiah 10:15 guide our understanding of God's sovereignty in our lives? 5. Connect Isaiah 10:15 with Romans 9:20 on questioning God's authority. 6. How should Isaiah 10:15 influence our attitude towards accomplishments and abilities? 7. How does Isaiah 10:15 challenge human pride and self-sufficiency? 8. What is the theological significance of the imagery in Isaiah 10:15? 9. How does Isaiah 10:15 relate to God's sovereignty over nations? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 10? 11. Isaiah 10:15–16: Does it contradict divine omnipotence to use flawed human empires to accomplish God’s will, then punish them for their actions? 12. How does Isaiah 50:10 reconcile with the broader biblical narrative on trust in God, given that many faithful individuals still faced dire outcomes? 13. Isaiah 10:5-6: How does using a ruthless nation like Assyria as an instrument of punishment align with moral consistency? 14. How does the promised divine judgment in Zechariah 1:14-15 align with or contradict other biblical accounts of God's dealings with foreign nations? Discussion Questions 1. How does Isaiah 10:15 illustrate the concept of God's sovereignty over nations and leaders? 2. In what ways can we apply the lesson of humility from this verse to our personal lives and leadership roles? 3. How does the imagery of the ax and saw in Isaiah 10:15 help us understand our relationship with God as His instruments? 4. What are some modern examples of nations or leaders who might be seen as "axes" or "saws" in God's hands, and how should this influence our prayers for them? 5. How can we ensure that we remain humble and dependent on God, avoiding the pride that led to Assyria's downfall? 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 10:15 NIV Isaiah 10:15 NLT Isaiah 10:15 ESV Isaiah 10:15 NASB Isaiah 10:15 KJV Isaiah 10:15 Commentaries Bible Hub