◄ 2 Kings 18:3 ►
And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 18:3? 2. How did Hezekiah's actions in 2 Kings 18:3 reflect obedience to God's commands? 3. What can we learn from Hezekiah's example of doing "what was right"? 4. How does Hezekiah's righteousness connect to Deuteronomy's teachings on obedience? 5. In what ways can we emulate Hezekiah's faithfulness in our daily lives? 6. Why is it important to follow examples of biblical figures like Hezekiah today? 7. How does 2 Kings 18:3 reflect Hezekiah's faithfulness compared to other kings of Judah? 8. What historical evidence supports Hezekiah's reforms mentioned in 2 Kings 18:3? 9. How does 2 Kings 18:3 challenge modern Christian leadership principles? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 18? 11. In 2 Chronicles 31:1, is there any archaeological evidence confirming the wholesale destruction of pagan altars and high places across Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh? 12. Isaiah 36:7: Why is removing high places presented by the Rabshakeh as a sign of God’s disfavor if Hezekiah’s reforms were meant to honor God? 13. Who is the author of 2 Kings? 14. Who was King Manasseh in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's example challenge you to lead with integrity in your own sphere of influence? 2. In what ways can you initiate spiritual reforms in your personal life or community, similar to Hezekiah's efforts in Judah? 3. How does the comparison to David in 2 Kings 18:3 inspire you to leave a legacy of faithfulness for future generations? 4. What idols or distractions might you need to remove from your life to align more closely with God's Word? 5. Reflect on a time when you trusted in God's deliverance. How can Hezekiah's account encourage you to continue trusting God in difficult situations? 2 Kings 18 Bible Study Questions 1. What made Hezekiah's reign different from that of his father Ahaz? How does this relate to generational differences in religious practice today? 2. Hezekiah destroys the bronze snake because it became an object of worship. What does this teach us about idolatry? 3. How does Hezekiah's response to Assyria contrast with Israel's response that led to their fall? 4. When faced with threats, Hezekiah tried to appease Sennacherib by stripping the temple of its wealth. Was this a faithful decision? How can this apply to situations where we might be tempted to compromise our faith for peace? 5. Why did Hezekiah's officials tear their clothes after receiving Sennacherib's message? How should we respond when our faith is ridiculed? 6. How did Hezekiah's actions reflect his faith in God? How can we show our faith in challenging times? 7. Despite his faith, Hezekiah still faced trials and challenges. What does this tell us about the nature of faith and suffering? 8. What are the 'high places' in your life that may need to be torn down to honour God more fully? 9. Sennacherib's letter was designed to sow doubt and fear among the people of Judah. How can we resist such tactics today? 10. How does the history of Israel's disobedience and deportation serve as a warning for us today? 11. How can we maintain trust in God when facing personal, societal, or global crises? 12. How does Hezekiah's faith inspire you in your own faith journey? 13. In what ways are you challenged to be more like Hezekiah in your walk with God? 14. How can the fear and uncertainty experienced by the people of Judah teach us to handle similar feelings in today's world? 15. What lessons can we learn from Hezekiah's attempts to appease the Assyrians? 16. What does Hezekiah's story teach us about the consequences of both obedience and disobedience to God? 17. How does the response of Hezekiah's officials to Sennacherib's letter inform us about reacting to blasphemy and disrespect towards our faith? 18. How might the Assyrian threat to Judah parallel the challenges faced by Christians in the contemporary world? 19. What aspects of Hezekiah's character would you like to develop in your own life? 20. How can we ensure our trust in God doesn't waver even when facing seemingly insurmountable odds? Links 2 Kings 18:3 NIV 2 Kings 18:3 NLT 2 Kings 18:3 ESV 2 Kings 18:3 NASB 2 Kings 18:3 KJV 2 Kings 18:3 Commentaries Bible Hub