◄ 2 Chronicles 18:21 ►
And he replied, 'I will go out and be a lying spirit in the mouths of all his prophets.' 'You will surely entice him and prevail,' said the LORD. 'Go and do it.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 18:21? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 18:21 illustrate God's sovereignty over human decisions? 3. What role does divine permission play in the events of 2 Chronicles 18:21? 4. How can we discern truth when faced with "entice" or misleading spirits today? 5. Compare 2 Chronicles 18:21 with 1 Kings 22:22. What similarities do you find? 6. How should believers respond when encountering deception, as seen in 2 Chronicles 18:21? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 18:21 align with God's nature of truth and justice? 8. Why would God allow a lying spirit to deceive Ahab in 2 Chronicles 18:21? 9. What does 2 Chronicles 18:21 reveal about divine sovereignty and human free will? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 18? 11. In 2 Chronicles 18:21–22, how can an all-truthful God justly send a lying spirit to deceive Ahab? 12. In 1 Kings 13:18–19, why would God allow His prophet to be deceived by another prophet’s false claim of angelic guidance? 13. If God created humans with free will, why does He harden Pharaoh’s heart (Exodus 9:12)? 14. In Job 12:16, how can God be responsible for both the deceiver and the deceived without contradicting verses that uphold His truthfulness? Discussion Questions 1. How does the account of the lying spirit in 2 Chronicles 18:21 challenge or affirm your understanding of God's sovereignty? 2. In what ways can we ensure that the counsel we receive is aligned with God's truth, as opposed to the false counsel Ahab received? 3. How does the account of Ahab and Micaiah encourage us to respond to unpopular truths in our own lives? 4. What are some modern-day examples of false prophets, and how can we guard against their influence? 5. How can Ephesians 6:12 and the concept of spiritual warfare inform our daily walk with Christ, especially in discerning truth from deception? 2 Chronicles 18 Bible Study Questions 1. How did Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab affect his judgment? Reflect on the consequences of forming alliances without seeking God's counsel. 2. Why did Jehoshaphat insist on hearing from a prophet of the Lord, despite the agreement of Ahab's prophets? 3. What lessons can be learned from Micaiah's courage to speak the truth against the majority? How can this apply to your life today? 4. Consider the consequences Ahab faced for ignoring Micaiah's prophecy. How does this reflect on the cost of ignoring God's counsel? 5. How does Jehoshaphat's behavior contrast with that of Ahab in this chapter? 6. How can this narrative help you discern false from true prophecy in contemporary times? 7. How do the events of this chapter illustrate the dangers of pride and arrogance? 8. Micaiah faced imprisonment for standing up for the truth. Have you ever faced consequences for standing up for what is right? How did you handle the situation? 9. How does Jehoshaphat's insistence on seeking divine guidance inspire you in making decisions in your life? 10. How does Ahab's end demonstrate the principle of reaping what you sow? 11. How can this chapter guide you in choosing your alliances wisely? 12. In a world that often values conformity, how can Micaiah's example encourage you to stand firm in your beliefs? 13. How might this chapter change your perspective on seeking God's counsel in all decisions, large or small? 14. In what ways could Jehoshaphat have handled his relationship with Ahab differently? 15. How can you apply the principles of discernment demonstrated in this chapter to modern day scenarios? 16. How does this chapter illustrate the importance of standing up against false prophets, despite the pressure to conform? 17. How does Ahab's disregard for Micaiah's prophecy parallel modern attitudes towards biblical warnings? 18. How does Micaiah's faithfulness to God inspire you in your own faith walk? 19. In what ways does this chapter show the catastrophic consequences of neglecting God's guidance? 20. How can we ensure we're not ignoring God's prophetic voices in our lives today? Links 2 Chronicles 18:21 NIV 2 Chronicles 18:21 NLT 2 Chronicles 18:21 ESV 2 Chronicles 18:21 NASB 2 Chronicles 18:21 KJV 2 Chronicles 18:21 Commentaries Bible Hub