lesson 4 Flashcards
what is the definition of prophet in the bible?
n the Bible, a prophet is a person chosen and called by God to be His messenger, delivering His words, warnings, promises, and guidance to individuals, kings, or entire nations. Prophets play a key role in both the Old and New Testaments, acting as spiritual leaders, truth-tellers, and intercessors between God and the people.
-Moses – The first great prophet, who led Israel out of Egypt and delivered God’s Law (Deuteronomy 34:10).
-Elijah – Confronted idolatry and performed miracles during King Ahab’s reign.
-Isaiah – Prophesied judgment and hope, and foretold the coming of the Messiah.
-Jeremiah – Known as the “weeping prophet,” he warned Judah of its impending fall.
-Ezekiel – Used powerful visions and symbolic acts to communicate God’s messages.
-John the Baptist – A New Testament prophet who prepared the way for Jesus.
-Jesus Christ – Although more than a prophet, He was also called a prophet (Luke 24:19) because He revealed God’s will and spoke with divine authority.
what is the definition of syro-ephraimite war in the bible?
The Syro-Ephraimite War in the Bible refers to a military and political conflict in the 8th century BCE, involving the kingdoms of Syria (Aram) and Israel (Ephraim) against the kingdom of Judah. It is an important historical and prophetic event recorded primarily in Isaiah 7 and 2 Kings 16.
-When Ahaz is terrified by the threat of invasion, the prophet Isaiah tells him not to fear and offers him a sign from God.
-Ahaz refuses the sign, and Isaiah delivers the famous prophecy:
“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” (Isaiah 7:14)
-This prophecy is both a message of hope for Judah and a warning that trusting in foreign powers (like Assyria) instead of God will bring consequences.
what is the definition of isaiah in the bible?
In the Bible, Isaiah is one of the greatest and most influential prophets of the Old Testament. He is best known for his powerful messages of judgment, hope, and salvation, as well as his vivid prophecies about the coming Messiah.
what is the definition of ahaz in the bible?
In the Bible, Ahaz is a king of Judah known for his unfaithfulness to God, his political fear, and his role in a key prophetic moment involving the prophet Isaiah.
Ahaz was a king of Judah whose lack of faith and political alliances with Assyria brought spiritual and national decline. He rejected God’s offer of protection during a time of crisis and led Judah into deeper idolatry. His story stands as a biblical example of what happens when leaders trust in human power instead of God.
what is the definition of hezekiah in the bible?
n the Bible, Hezekiah is remembered as one of the most faithful and righteous kings of Judah, known for his religious reforms, trust in God, and deliverance from Assyrian invasion. His story is found in 2 Kings 18–20, 2 Chronicles 29–32, and Isaiah 36–39.
Hezekiah was a king of Judah who ruled in the late 8th century BCE. He is known for his devotion to God, his efforts to restore true worship, and his leadership during the Assyrian threat led by King Sennacherib. Hezekiah removed idolatry, reopened the Temple, and relied on God’s power rather than foreign alliances. His reign was marked by spiritual revival, miraculous healing, and God’s supernatural deliverance of Jerusalem.
Hezekiah was a godly king of Judah who trusted in the Lord, led a spiritual revival, and experienced miraculous deliverance from enemies. Though not without flaws, he stands out in biblical history as a model of faith, prayer, and reform, especially in contrast to his father Ahaz and many other kings.
