◄ Isaiah 36:10 ►
So now, was it apart from the LORD that I have come up against this land to destroy it? The LORD Himself said to me, 'Go up against this land and destroy it.'" Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 36:10? 2. How does Isaiah 36:10 challenge our understanding of God's sovereignty over nations? 3. What can we learn about divine authority from Isaiah 36:10's message? 4. How does Isaiah 36:10 connect with Romans 13:1 on God's control? 5. How should Isaiah 36:10 influence our trust in God's plans for leaders? 6. How can Isaiah 36:10 guide our prayers for national and global leaders? 7. How does Isaiah 36:10 reflect God's sovereignty over nations and their leaders? 8. What historical evidence supports the Assyrian claim in Isaiah 36:10? 9. How should believers interpret the Assyrian king's claim in Isaiah 36:10? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 36? 11. What does the Bible say about the end times? 12. Psalm 107:33-34 - Is there archaeological or geological proof that fertile lands were turned into deserts or rivers dried up purely as an act of divine judgment? 13. Psalm 76:7: If 'none can stand' before God's anger, how do we explain the numerous successful invasions of Judah documented in biblical and extrabiblical records? 14. In Ezra 1:1, how can God 'stir up' a pagan king like Cyrus to fulfill a divine plan, when he worshiped other gods? Discussion Questions 1. How does the claim of the Assyrian commander in Isaiah 36:10 challenge the faith of the people of Jerusalem, and how can we apply this to challenges to our faith today? 2. In what ways does the account of Hezekiah and the Assyrian siege encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty over world events? 3. How can we discern whether a message or action is truly from God, as seen in the Assyrian commander's claim of divine approval? 4. What role does prayer play in Hezekiah's response to the Assyrian threat, and how can we incorporate similar practices in our own lives? 5. How does the theme of God's deliverance in Isaiah 36 relate to other biblical accounts of God's protection, and how can this strengthen our faith in His promises? Isaiah 36 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Sennacherib's strategy of psychological warfare reflect tactics used in today's world? 2. Discuss the role of faith and trust in God during times of adversity, as depicted in Isaiah 36. 3. In what ways does Rabshakeh’s speech aim to cause division and fear? How does this relate to modern forms of propaganda? 4. What is the significance of Hezekiah's men remaining silent despite Rabshakeh's taunts? 5. Why does Rabshakeh insist on speaking in Hebrew, despite Eliakim's plea to converse in Aramaic? 6. How might the promise of land and life affect the faith of the people of Judah? 7. How does this chapter illustrate the concept of "faith versus worldly alliances"? 8. In our current society, what could be some "Assyrian threats" that challenge your faith? 9. How do you maintain trust in God when facing overwhelming challenges, as Hezekiah did? 10. What lessons can modern leaders learn from Sennacherib's tactics and Hezekiah's response? 11. How does the tearing of clothes symbolize the emotional turmoil faced by the people of Judah? 12. Discuss the irony of Rabshakeh claiming that the Lord has commissioned him to destroy the land. 13. How does the context of this chapter shape its message about resilience and faith? 14. How does this chapter demonstrate the power of fear and intimidation? 15. Discuss the role of silence as a tool of resistance in Isaiah 36. 16. Compare Rabshakeh's speech to ways in which misinformation is spread in today's society. 17. How does Isaiah 36 influence your perspective on handling fear and intimidation? 18. How would you respond to someone challenging your faith as Rabshakeh did with the people of Judah? 19. How can you apply the lessons learned from Hezekiah's silence to conflicts in your own life? 20. How might you handle a situation where your faith or belief is being ridiculed or publicly doubted? Links Isaiah 36:10 NIV Isaiah 36:10 NLT Isaiah 36:10 ESV Isaiah 36:10 NASB Isaiah 36:10 KJV Isaiah 36:10 Commentaries Bible Hub