Chapter Summary

Jehoshaphat's prayer for deliverance and its answer. Invading armies stricken.

Discussion Questions for 2 Chronicles, Chapter 20

1. What does it mean that Jehoshaphat "set his face to seek the Lord" in verse 3? How does this phrase reveal his attitude and determination? How does Jehoshaphat's attitude of wholeheartedly seeking the Lord resonate with the concept of seeking divine guidance and strength as a cornerstone of effective leadership and decision-making, and how can this principle be applied to our own lives?
2. What do we learn about Jehoshaphat's leadership and faith from his actions and prayers in response to the threat from the Moabites and Ammonites? How does Jehoshaphat's combination of strategic planning and reliance on God's guidance serve as an example for leaders today in navigating challenges that demand both practical wisdom and unwavering faith?
3. What caused the Moabites and Ammonites to "come against" Jehoshaphat in verse 1? What was Jehoshaphat's response? How does Jehoshaphat's immediate response of seeking God's guidance and involving the entire community in prayer and fasting provide insights into the role of faith and unity in facing challenges and adversaries?
4. According to the prophetic message delivered to Jehoshaphat in verse 15, why did God promise to fight on behalf of Judah? How did this message impact their approach to the battle? How does the assurance of God's involvement and His promise to fight our battles affect our attitudes toward challenges and our strategies for facing adversity in both personal and communal contexts?
5. How did Jehoshaphat demonstrate his trust in God's sovereignty and seek His guidance during this crisis? What can we learn from his prayer in verses 5-12? How can we pray like this?
6. What role did the Levitical priests play in the battle described in this chapter? How did their involvement contribute to the outcome of the conflict? How can we respond when others act similarly in our lives during conflict?
7. In verse 17, Jehoshaphat is assured that the battle is not his but God's. How can we apply this principle of surrendering our battles to God and relying on His strength in our daily struggles?
8. If a Christian wanted to seek God's guidance and rely on His strength in times of trouble, what should they do based on the example set by Jehoshaphat?
9. How can we find strength and encouragement from Jehoshaphat's example to seek God in prayer when we are faced with difficult decisions or battles?
10. What was Jehoshaphat's end? Why is it important to finish well? Who do you know that finished well? How does that impact you?

Key Words/Phrase

Believing, v. 20.

Characters

God, Holy Spirit, Jehoshaphat, Jahaziel, Ahaziah.

Strong Verse(s)

9, 17