◄ 2 Chronicles 6:17 ►
And now, O LORD, God of Israel, please confirm what You promised to Your servant David. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 6:17? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 6:17 emphasize God's faithfulness to His promises? 3. What role does prayer play in fulfilling God's promises in 2 Chronicles 6:17? 4. How can we apply Solomon's trust in God's word to our daily lives? 5. How does 2 Chronicles 6:17 connect with God's covenant with David in 2 Samuel 7? 6. In what ways can we ensure our actions align with God's promises today? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 6:17 affirm the fulfillment of God's promises to David? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 6? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 6:17 relate to the overall theme of God's faithfulness? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 6? 11. In 1 Chronicles 15:29, Michal criticizes David's dance--does this episode conflict with the portrayal of Michal in 2 Samuel, creating an inconsistency in her character and motives? 12. 2 Chronicles 6:4-11: The text attributes the Temple's construction to a clear divine plan; where is the archaeological or historical evidence confirming Solomon's Temple at this scale? 13. In 2 Chronicles 2:11-12, why does Tyrian King Hiram express devotion to Israel's God when no independent Tyrian records verify such reverence? 14. (1 Chronicles 13:6) Are there any archaeological or historical records backing David's attempt to transport the Ark from Kiriath Jearim? Discussion Questions 1. How does Solomon's prayer in 2 Chronicles 6:17 reflect his understanding of God's promises to David? 2. In what ways can we see God's faithfulness in our own lives, similar to His faithfulness to David and Solomon? 3. How does the concept of covenant in the Old Testament relate to the New Covenant established through Jesus Christ? 4. What role does prayer play in seeking the fulfillment of God's promises in our lives? 5. How can we cultivate a deeper awareness of God's presence in our daily lives, similar to the significance of the temple for the Israelites? 2 Chronicles 6 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Solomon's reminder of God's promise to David in his address to the Israelites relate to your understanding of God's faithfulness? 2. How does Solomon's prayer of dedication reflect his relationship with God? 3. In what ways can you apply the principles of Solomon's prayer to your own prayer life? 4. What does the dedication of the temple signify in terms of Solomon's obedience to God? 5. How does the concept of God's presence in the temple translate to God's presence in your life today? 6. How does Solomon’s intercession for the people of Israel resemble Jesus’ intercession for us today? 7. How do you see God's covenant with David reflected in your own life? 8. In what ways can we seek God's mercy and forgiveness like Solomon did for the Israelites? 9. What do you learn from Solomon's humility despite his status as king? 10. How can we ensure our lives are 'temples' that honor and glorify God? 11. How can we uphold obedience to God in a world that often encourages disobedience? 12. How does Solomon's prayer model the role of a leader interceding for his people? 13. How does Solomon's prayer help us understand the consequences of disobedience to God's laws? 14. How can we handle trials in our lives, as Solomon prays for God's help during Israel's trials? 15. How do the themes of blessings and punishment resonate with your understanding of God's love and justice? 16. How can you apply the concepts of divine presence and power of prayer in your daily routine? 17. How does the relationship between God and Israel in this chapter reflect our relationship with God today? 18. What does Solomon's prayer teach us about accountability and repentance? 19. How does Solomon's prayer illustrate the importance of individual and communal prayer? 20. How can we maintain our dedication and faithfulness to God in the face of worldly distractions? Links 2 Chronicles 6:17 NIV 2 Chronicles 6:17 NLT 2 Chronicles 6:17 ESV 2 Chronicles 6:17 NASB 2 Chronicles 6:17 KJV 2 Chronicles 6:17 Commentaries Bible Hub