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2 Kings 19

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1 On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD. 2 And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz 3 to tell him, “This is what Hezekiah says: Today is a day of distress, rebuke, and disgrace; for children have come to the point of birth, but there is no strength to deliver them. 4 Perhaps the LORD your God will hear all the words of the Rabshakeh, whom his master the king of Assyria has sent to defy the living God, and He will rebuke him for the words that the LORD your God has heard. Therefore lift up a prayer for the remnant that still survives." 5 So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah, 6 who replied, “Tell your master that this is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid of the words you have heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed Me. 7 Behold, I will put a spirit in him so that he will hear a rumor and return to his own land, where I will cause him to fall by the sword.’" 8 When the Rabshakeh heard that the king of Assyria had left Lachish, he withdrew and found the king fighting against Libnah. 9 Now Sennacherib had been warned about Tirhakah king of Cush: “Look, he has set out to fight against you.” So Sennacherib again sent messengers to Hezekiah, saying, 10 “Give this message to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Do not let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria. 11 Surely you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all the other countries, devoting them to destruction. Will you then be spared? 12 Did the gods of the nations destroyed by my fathers rescue those nations—the gods of Gozan, Haran, and Rezeph, and of the people of Eden in Telassar? 13 Where are the kings of Hamath, Arpad, Sepharvaim, Hena, and Ivvah?’" 14 So Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers, read it, and went up to the house of the LORD and spread it out before the LORD. 15 And Hezekiah prayed before the LORD: “O LORD, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. 16 Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God. 17 Truly, O LORD, the kings of Assyria have laid waste these nations and their lands. 18 They have cast their gods into the fire and destroyed them, for they were not gods, but only wood and stone—the work of human hands. 19 And now, O LORD our God, please save us from his hand, so that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that You alone, O LORD, are God." 20 Then Isaiah son of Amoz sent a message to Hezekiah: “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: I have heard your prayer concerning Sennacherib king of Assyria. 21 This is the word that the LORD has spoken against him: ‘The Virgin Daughter of Zion despises you and mocks you; the Daughter of Jerusalem shakes her head behind you. 22 Whom have you taunted and blasphemed? Against whom have you raised your voice and lifted your eyes in pride? Against the Holy One of Israel! 23 Through your servants you have taunted the Lord, and you have said: “With my many chariots I have ascended to the heights of the mountains, to the remote peaks of Lebanon. I have cut down its tallest cedars, the finest of its cypresses. I have reached its farthest outposts, the densest of its forests. 24 I have dug wells and drunk foreign waters. With the soles of my feet I have dried up all the streams of Egypt." 25 Have you not heard? Long ago I ordained it; in days of old I planned it. Now I have brought it to pass, that you should crush fortified cities into piles of rubble. 26 Therefore their inhabitants, devoid of power, are dismayed and ashamed. They are like plants in the field, tender green shoots, grass on the rooftops, scorched before it is grown. 27 But I know your sitting down, your going out and coming in, and your raging against Me. 28 Because your rage and arrogance against Me have reached My ears, I will put My hook in your nose and My bit in your mouth; I will send you back the way you came.’ 29 And this will be a sign to you, O Hezekiah: This year you will eat what grows on its own, and in the second year what springs from the same. But in the third year you will sow and reap; you will plant vineyards and eat their fruit. 30 And the surviving remnant of the house of Judah will again take root below and bear fruit above. 31 For a remnant will go forth from Jerusalem, and survivors from Mount Zion. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. 32 So this is what the LORD says about the king of Assyria: ‘He will not enter this city or shoot an arrow into it. He will not come before it with a shield or build up a siege ramp against it. 33 He will go back the way he came, and he will not enter this city,’ declares the LORD. 34 ‘I will defend this city and save it for My own sake and for the sake of My servant David.’" 35 And that very night the angel of the LORD went out and struck down 185,000 men in the camp of the Assyrians. When the people got up the next morning, there were all the dead bodies! 36 So Sennacherib king of Assyria broke camp and withdrew. He returned to Nineveh and stayed there. 37 One day, while he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, his sons Adrammelech and Sharezer put him to the sword and escaped to the land of Ararat. And his son Esar-haddon reigned in his place.

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Study Notes — 2 Kings 19

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Chapter Summary

2 Kings 19 begins with King Hezekiah receiving a threatening letter from the King of Assyria, Sennacherib. Hezekiah seeks God's help by praying in the temple and sending his officials to ask the prophet Isaiah for guidance. Isaiah prophesies that God will defend Jerusalem and destroy the Assyrian army. The Assyrians are indeed defeated, with 185,000 soldiers killed in one night. The chapter ends with Hezekiah's recovery from illness and his expression of gratitude to God. Key verses include 2 Kings 19:15, where Hezekiah prays to God, and 2 Kings 19:35, where the Assyrian army is destroyed.

Context for the Chapter

2 Kings 19 is part of the larger narrative of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. The chapter shows God's faithfulness to His people and His power to deliver them from their enemies. The chapter is also part of the larger biblical narrative, showing God's sovereignty and control over all the earth. The context of the chapter is the Assyrian invasion of Judah, which is described in 2 Kings 18:13-37.

Heart Application

The chapter teaches us to trust God in times of crisis and to seek His help through prayer. We can apply this to our own lives by trusting God and seeking His guidance in all things. This is seen in 2 Kings 19:15, where Hezekiah prays to God and trusts in His deliverance.

What Does This Chapter Mean?

This chapter is about King Hezekiah's trust in God during the Assyrian invasion. Hezekiah prays to God and seeks His help, and God delivers Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. The chapter teaches us to trust God in times of crisis and to seek His help through prayer, as seen in 2 Kings 19:15.

Voices from the Church

“Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hezekiah's faith is a model of this, as he trusts God and seeks His deliverance.”

— Charles Spurgeon

“God's power and sovereignty are evident in the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. This shows God's control over all the earth and His faithfulness to His people.”

— John Calvin

Outline for Preaching

  1. The Assyrian Invasion (2 Kings 19:1-7) — The chapter begins with the Assyrian invasion of Judah, and Hezekiah's response to the threat. Hezekiah seeks God's help and trusts in His deliverance.
  2. Hezekiah's Prayer (2 Kings 19:15-19) — Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility, as he recognizes God's sovereignty and providence. Hezekiah trusts God and seeks His deliverance.
  3. God's Response (2 Kings 19:20-34) — God responds to Hezekiah's prayer, promising to deliver Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. God's power and sovereignty are evident in the deliverance of Jerusalem.
  4. The Destruction of the Assyrian Army (2 Kings 19:35-37) — The Assyrian army is destroyed, and God's power and sovereignty are evident. The chapter ends with Hezekiah's recovery from illness and his expression of gratitude to God.
  5. Conclusion (2 Kings 19:38-37) — The chapter concludes with the destruction of the Assyrian army and God's deliverance of Jerusalem. The chapter teaches us to trust God in times of crisis and to seek His help through prayer.

Core Doctrines

The Sovereignty of God
The chapter teaches us about God's sovereignty and control over all the earth. God's power and sovereignty are evident in the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian army.
The Importance of Prayer
The chapter emphasizes the importance of prayer in seeking God's help and guidance. Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility.
The Faithfulness of God
The chapter shows God's faithfulness to His people, as He delivers Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. God's faithfulness is a key theme in the chapter.
The Power of God
The chapter shows God's power to deliver His people from their enemies. God's power is evident in the destruction of the Assyrian army.

Lessons from 2 Kings 19

  1. Trust in God — The chapter teaches us to trust God in times of crisis and to seek His help through prayer. Hezekiah's faith is a model of this, as he trusts God and seeks His deliverance.
  2. The Importance of Prayer — The chapter emphasizes the importance of prayer in seeking God's help and guidance. Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility.
  3. God's Sovereignty — The chapter shows God's sovereignty and control over all the earth. God's power and sovereignty are evident in the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian army.
  4. The Faithfulness of God — The chapter shows God's faithfulness to His people, as He delivers Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. God's faithfulness is a key theme in the chapter.
  5. The Power of God — The chapter shows God's power to deliver His people from their enemies. God's power is evident in the destruction of the Assyrian army.

Themes from 2 Kings 19

  1. Trust in God — The chapter teaches us to trust God in times of crisis and to seek His help through prayer. Hezekiah's faith is a model of this, as he trusts God and seeks His deliverance.
  2. The Importance of Prayer — The chapter emphasizes the importance of prayer in seeking God's help and guidance. Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility.
  3. God's Sovereignty — The chapter shows God's sovereignty and control over all the earth. God's power and sovereignty are evident in the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian army.
  4. The Faithfulness of God — The chapter shows God's faithfulness to His people, as He delivers Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. God's faithfulness is a key theme in the chapter.
  5. The Power of God — The chapter shows God's power to deliver His people from their enemies. God's power is evident in the destruction of the Assyrian army.

Questions for Meditation

  1. What can we learn from Hezekiah's faith and trust in God?
  2. How does God's sovereignty and control over all the earth relate to our lives today?
  3. What is the importance of prayer in seeking God's help and guidance?
  4. How does the chapter show God's faithfulness to His people?
  5. What can we learn from the destruction of the Assyrian army about God's power and sovereignty?

Detailed Chapter Outline

1. The Assyrian Invasion (2 Kings 19:1-7)

19:1 The chapter begins with the Assyrian invasion of Judah, and Hezekiah's response to the threat.
19:2 Hezekiah sends his officials to ask the prophet Isaiah for guidance.

2. Hezekiah's Prayer (2 Kings 19:15-19)

19:15 Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility, as he recognizes God's sovereignty and providence.
19:16 Hezekiah asks God to hear his prayer and to deliver Jerusalem from the Assyrian army.

3. God's Response (2 Kings 19:20-34)

19:20 God responds to Hezekiah's prayer, promising to deliver Jerusalem from the Assyrian army.
19:21 God mocks the Assyrian king, Sennacherib, for his arrogance and pride.

4. The Destruction of the Assyrian Army (2 Kings 19:35-37)

19:35 The Assyrian army is destroyed, and God's power and sovereignty are evident.
19:36 Sennacherib returns to Nineveh and is assassinated by his own sons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the historical context of 2 Kings 19?

The chapter is set during the Assyrian invasion of Judah, which is described in 2 Kings 18:13-37. The Assyrian king, Sennacherib, is threatening to destroy Jerusalem and its people.

What is the significance of Hezekiah's prayer in 2 Kings 19?

Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility, as he recognizes God's sovereignty and providence. Hezekiah's prayer is also a key factor in God's decision to deliver Jerusalem from the Assyrian army.

How does the chapter show God's power and sovereignty?

The chapter shows God's power and sovereignty through the destruction of the Assyrian army. God's power is evident in the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian army, and His sovereignty is evident in His control over all the earth.

Top Cross References

ReferenceConnection
1 2 Kings 19:15 → Psalm 2:1-12 The chapter shows God's sovereignty and control over all the earth, which is also a theme in Psalm 2:1-12.
2 2 Kings 19:20 → Isaiah 37:21-38 God's response to Hezekiah's prayer is also found in Isaiah 37:21-38, which shows God's power and sovereignty.
3 2 Kings 19:35 → Exodus 14:13-31 The destruction of the Assyrian army is similar to the destruction of the Egyptian army in Exodus 14:13-31, which shows God's power and deliverance.
4 2 Kings 19:1 → 2 Chronicles 32:1-23 The Assyrian invasion of Judah is also described in 2 Chronicles 32:1-23, which shows God's faithfulness to His people.
5 2 Kings 19:15 → John 1:1 Hezekiah's prayer is a model of faith and humility, which is also a theme in John 1:1. The verse connects the chapter to Christ, showing God's sovereignty and control over all the earth.
6 2 Kings 19:20 → Romans 8:28 God's response to Hezekiah's prayer shows His sovereignty and control over all the earth, which is also a theme in Romans 8:28.
7 2 Kings 19:35 → Revelation 19:11-21 The destruction of the Assyrian army is similar to the destruction of God's enemies in Revelation 19:11-21, which shows God's power and sovereignty.
8 2 Kings 19:1 → Matthew 1:1-17 The chapter is part of the larger biblical narrative, which shows God's sovereignty and control over all the earth. The genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17 connects the chapter to Christ.
9 2 Kings 19:15 → Hebrews 11:1-40 Hezekiah's faith is a model of faith and humility, which is also a theme in Hebrews 11:1-40. The chapter connects the verse to Christ, showing God's sovereignty and control over all the earth.
10 2 Kings 19:20 → Psalm 23:1-6 God's response to Hezekiah's prayer shows His sovereignty and control over all the earth, which is also a theme in Psalm 23:1-6.

Sermons on 2 Kings 19

SermonDescription
David Wilkerson A Letter From the Devil by David Wilkerson In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal story about his father's struggles and how the devil tried to tempt him with thoughts of financial success. The preacher emphasizes t
J. Vernon McGee Two Letters - Two Replies - Two Results by J. Vernon McGee In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a stag who was ashamed of his scrawny legs but had impressive antlers. The stag's pride and flattery led to his downfall when he go
Dan Biser The Seven Levels of Judgment - Part 7 by Dan Biser This sermon delves into the seven levels of judgment found in the Bible, highlighting instances where God's wrath was poured out on individuals, cities, and nations due to disobedi
Bill Barratt Hezekiah's Prayer by Bill Barratt In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's guidance and protection in the face of attacks from the enemy. He warns against believing the lies of the de
Dick Brogden Take Root Downward by Dick Brogden Dick Brogden emphasizes that it is Jesus who builds His Church, not missionaries, money, programs, methods, indigenous leaders, miracles, or even prayer. When we try to build the C
F.B. Meyer And Hezekiah Spread It Before the Lord. by F.B. Meyer F.B. Meyer emphasizes the unwavering faith of King Hezekiah and the prophet during a time of crisis in Jerusalem, where they turned to God as their only ally against overwhelming o
David Wilkerson The Lies of the Enemy by David Wilkerson David Wilkerson emphasizes the deceptive lies of the enemy during trials, illustrating how Satan attempts to instill fear and doubt in our hearts, as seen in the story of Hezekiah.
Beryl Amos Crusading On--Our Responsibility by Beryl Amos The preacher delves into the meaning of 'mukterizo,' which signifies mocking, deriding, and treating with contempt. The concept of sowing and reaping is emphasized, highlighting th
F.B. Meyer Our Daily Homily - 2 Kings by F.B. Meyer F.B. Meyer emphasizes the call to live as true 'men of God,' reflecting God's holiness and grace in our lives, as exemplified by Elijah and Elisha. He urges believers to be filled
C.H. Spurgeon The Enemy Frustrated by C.H. Spurgeon C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that God is capable of thwarting the plans of our enemies, as illustrated in the story of the king of Assyria, who could not harm the city despite his thre

Summary of Matthew Henry Commentary on 2 Kings 19

Matthew Henry's commentary on 2 Kings 19 emphasizes God's sovereignty and control over all the earth. Henry notes that Hezekiah's faith is a model of faith and humility, and that God's response to his prayer is a demonstration of His power and sovereignty. Henry also notes that the chapter shows God's faithfulness to His people, as He delivers Jerusalem from the Assyrian army. The commentary concludes by emphasizing the importance of trust in God and the power of prayer in seeking God's help and guidance. Read the full unabridged Matthew Henry Commentary →

What Do You Notice?

Hezekiah's Faith

Hezekiah's faith is evident in his prayer and his actions. He seeks God's help and trusts in God's deliverance. This is seen in 2 Kings 19:15, where Hezekiah prays to God.

God's Power

The chapter shows God's power to deliver His people from their enemies. This is seen in the destruction of the Assyrian army in 2 Kings 19:35.

The Importance of Prayer

The chapter emphasizes the importance of prayer in seeking God's help and guidance. This is seen in Hezekiah's prayer in 2 Kings 19:15.

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