◄ 2 Chronicles 32:10 ►
"This is what Sennacherib king of Assyria says: What is the basis of your confidence, that you remain in Jerusalem under siege? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 32:10? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 32:10 challenge our trust in God's protection today? 3. What does Sennacherib's question reveal about his understanding of God's power? 4. How can we resist doubts like those in 2 Chronicles 32:10? 5. Compare Sennacherib's challenge to other biblical instances of questioning God's authority. 6. How can we strengthen our faith when facing intimidation from worldly powers? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 32:10 challenge the faith of believers facing adversity? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 32:10? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 32:10 reflect God's sovereignty in times of crisis? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 32? 11. Where is the archaeological confirmation of a large-scale Assyrian defeat in Jerusalem, as described in 2 Chronicles 32? 12. Nehemiah 4:1–3: How reliable is the account of mocking enemies if there’s limited external historical evidence of such opposition during the wall’s rebuilding? 13. If Sennacherib's army was supernaturally destroyed, why do Assyrian records (e.g., Sennacherib's Prism) not mention any defeat? (2 Chronicles 32:21) 14. 2 Chronicles 29:1 - Is there any archaeological evidence confirming Hezekiah's exact age or the length of his reign? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "sieges" or challenges that test your faith, and how can you apply Hezekiah's example in these situations? 2. How does understanding God's sovereignty, as demonstrated in the account of Sennacherib's siege, influence your perspective on current world events? 3. In what ways can you strengthen your spiritual defenses to withstand the "sieges" of life, drawing from Ephesians 6:10-18? 4. How can you, like Hezekiah, lead and encourage others to trust in God during times of crisis? 5. Reflect on a time when prayer significantly impacted a challenging situation in your life. How does Hezekiah's reliance on prayer inspire you to deepen your prayer life? 2 Chronicles 32 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Hezekiah's preparation for the Assyrian invasion demonstrate his leadership skills and faith in God? 2. In what ways does Sennacherib's letter challenge the faith of Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem? 3. How does the divine intervention by God illustrate His sovereignty and power? 4. In what ways can Hezekiah's pride be a cautionary tale for us today? 5. How can you apply the lessons of Hezekiah's trust in God to your own life? 6. What does Hezekiah's illness and recovery teach us about the power of prayer and repentance? 7. How does the account of Hezekiah's wealth and achievements relate to our understanding of worldly success? 8. What would you do in a situation where your faith is openly challenged, like when Sennacherib sent his blasphemous letter? 9. How can we keep humility in the face of great success and honor, like Hezekiah failed to do? 10. In the face of adversity, how can we encourage others, like Hezekiah did with his people during the Assyrian siege? 11. How can we acknowledge God's kindness in our daily lives? 12. What are some practical ways we can prepare and strengthen our spiritual "defenses" like Hezekiah prepared Jerusalem? 13. How does the story of Hezekiah's illness and recovery inform our understanding of God's healing and mercy? 14. Can we identify elements of our life where we may act prideful, as Hezekiah did, and how can we correct it? 15. How can Hezekiah's actions during the Assyrian threat inspire our actions in current global crises? 16. How can Hezekiah's strategic decision to block off water sources apply to our spiritual life? 17. How does this chapter change or reinforce your understanding of divine intervention? 18. What would be a modern equivalent of Sennacherib's letter and how would you respond to it? 19. How does the conclusion of Hezekiah's life inspire you to live a life dedicated to God? 20. How does this chapter challenge your perspective on adversity, faith, and God's intervention? Links 2 Chronicles 32:10 NIV 2 Chronicles 32:10 NLT 2 Chronicles 32:10 ESV 2 Chronicles 32:10 NASB 2 Chronicles 32:10 KJV 2 Chronicles 32:10 Commentaries Bible Hub