Hezekiah–God is My Strength

2 Chronicles 32:1-23

As we read the story of Hezekiah we see many parallels with the life of Jesus. Hezekiah’s story is an invitation to find strength for our battles and give strength to others in their battles and to remember that we can “be strong and courageous” no matter what comes our way. 

Find strength in community. 

Who can you turn to partner with? 

Give strength through encouragement. 

Who needs a reminder that God is greater? 

Know what threatens strength. 

What is threatening your strength in Christ? 

Receive strength through prayer. 

What do you need to bring to Christ in prayer? 

Show strength through obedience. 

Where is Jesus leading you to obey? 

Message Reflection Questions

1. Begin with silence.

2. What did God say to you through the message?

3. What are the temptations to compromise in today’s church? What are the threats to church?

4. Read 2 Chronicles 32:1-5. How is there strength in community?

5. Read 2 Chronicles 32:6-8. Who has given you a word of encouragement? Who do you know that needs encouragement?

6. Read 2 Chronicles 32:9-19. How is this an example of temptation?

7. Read 2 Chronicles 32:20-23 and Isaiah 37:14-20. How is this prayer an example of how to overcome?

8. How are you tempted to compromise faith in Christ? What threatens your relationship with Jesus?

9. What is Jesus calling you to do? How can you show obedience this week?

10. Close in prayer. Include prayers for the rest and restoration in our homes, workplaces and world. 

DAILY READINGS 

Each reading this week highlights the strength and power of God. 

Monday: Psalm 27

Tuesday: 2 Chronicles 32:1-23

Wednesday: John 19:17-30

Thursday: Acts 1:6-8, 2:1-4, 4:32-35

Friday: Ephesians 3:14-21 

Helpful Instructions for reading

1. Start with silence. Relax in God’s presence. Imagine resting with Jesus.

2. Thank God for something that happened in the last 24 hours.

3. Read the verses slowly. Ask: How do I see God’s strength and power?

4. Finish in prayer for yourself, your family, your neighbors, your co-workers, your church. Pray through the nations at www.prayercast.com/nations.html.