Nahum - Chapter-3

Chapter Summary

Nineveh reaps what it has sown — destruction and violence.

Discussion Questions for Nahum, Chapter 3

  1. How does verse one contrast well with what Nineveh once was and there view of themselves? How does this destruction speak to Gods power and the importance of our humility?
  2. In verse three the imagery of horsemen charging is used. What other biblical destructions were lead by horsemen and why is this a theme?
  3. What is God going to do to Nineveh as a result of there disobedience are these things loving? If not how can God do things that are not loving?
  4. Why is God no longer merciful towards Nineveh? What does this mean for us who continually sin and disobey God?
  5. In verse five the lord says, “Behold, I am against you” this is the strongest statement made in this whole chapter. Why is this worse than everything else he says?
  6. Find three things God says he will do to Nineveh and internalize there severity. How can this help us take God more seriously and be less apathetic in our faith?
  7. What does verse 17 mean and what is significant in the imagery?
  8. What figure can the Shepard mentioned in verse 18 be contrasted to? How does this speak to the importance of having a good Shepherd?
  9. How does verse 19 explain why God is so angry with Nineveh? How is God showing love in this verse?
  10. If we continue to disobey God will we have the same fate? Why or why not?

Key Words/Phrase

Woe, v. 1.

Characters

God, King of Assyria.

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