1. Be strong and courageous (1-8)

Sennacherib king of Assyria invaded Judah with a vast army and approached Jerusalem. While Hezekiah took practical measures to defend the city by cutting off the water supply, fortifying the wall, and making weapons, he did not depend on his military preparation, but encouraged his people to trust in God and be strong and courageous. He told them not to fear the arms of flesh, for the LORD was with them with greater power to help and fight their battles. So the people gained confidence in the LORD.

2. Hezekiah cried out in prayer (9-23)

King of Assyria launched psychological warfare to demoralize the people by shattering their confidence in God and planting doubt in their leader. He insulted, ridiculed, and spoke against the LORD. Hezekiah cried out in prayer to heaven and God's angel annihilated the army in the Assyrian camp. Sennacherib withdrew to his land in disgrace and later faced a tragic death. Surely God hears our prayer and fights our battle for his honor.


Application: Lord, thank you for Jesus, who is Immanuel through the Holy Spirit. Help me not be afraid or discouraged by Satan's threat, but trust in you and pray in times of crisis.
One Word: Jesus is "God with us."