Turning Adversity into Advantage - A Study of Hezekiah's Reforms
Classes
Class 1: Class 1 - Refuse Not the Waters of Shiloah
The class explores Hezekiah's reforms in Judah, contrasting his father Ahaz's reign of moral decline with Hezekiah's efforts to return to God's ways. It emphasizes the importance of accepting God's word and the consequences of rejecting it, using the metaphor of the 'waters of Shiloah' to illustrate the slow, continuous influence of God's word.
Class 2: Class 2 - Never Let A Good Crisis Go to Waste
The class discusses Hezekiah's reforms during a crisis, emphasizing the importance of wise leadership and correction. It highlights Hezekiah's trust in God and his willingness to accept rebuke, leading to reforms that align with God's desires for justice, mercy, and humility.
Class 3: Class 3 - Share the Vision
The class explores Hezekiah's reforms in 2 Chronicles 29, focusing on his leadership in cleansing the temple and restoring worship. It emphasizes the importance of a leader's role in motivating and educating others to follow God's ways.
Class 4: Class 4 - Hezekiah Celebrates the Passover
The class explores Hezekiah's celebration of the Passover and its significance, emphasizing the Passover as a symbol of deliverance from sin and dedication to God. It highlights Hezekiah's efforts to invite the ten tribes to join in this celebration, reflecting on the importance of faithfulness and the Passover's foreshadowing of Christ's sacrifice.
Class 5: Class 5 - Yahweh Was Magnified in the Sight of All the Nations
The class explores Hezekiah's reforms and his faith in God's deliverance from Sennacherib's invasion, emphasizing the importance of spiritual preparation and trust in divine protection. It highlights Hezekiah's organizational efforts and the broader impact of his actions on the people's faith and lifestyle.