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It reminds us that even in our darkest moments, turning to God in sincere prayer can yield miraculous results. It also underscores that our mortal lives are in God's hands, and His mercy can renew us in unimaginable ways.<p><span class="hdglist">Hezekiah&#8217;s Sickness and Prayer (Verses 1-3)</span><p>In these verses, Hezekiah falls seriously ill and Prophet Isaiah tells him that he will not recover. This dire prophecy prompts Hezekiah to turn to God in prayer. He weeps bitterly and reminds God of his faithful and wholehearted service.<p><span class="hdglist">God&#8217;s Response and Sign to Hezekiah (Verses 4-8)</span><p>God responds to Hezekiah's prayers through Isaiah, promising him an additional fifteen years of life. To assure Hezekiah of this promise, God gives a miraculous sign: He makes the shadow cast by the sun on the palace's stairway go back ten steps.<p><span class="hdglist">Hezekiah&#8217;s Song of Thanksgiving (Verses 9-20)</span><p>In response to God's mercy, Hezekiah pens a song of thanksgiving. In this poetic passage, he reflects on his fear of death, his healing, and the mercy of God. Hezekiah vows to continually praise God for His grace.<p>Isaiah 38 is an emotive chapter in the Bible that reveals the vulnerability of King Hezekiah when faced with sickness unto death. It provides an exploration into his sincere prayer for healing, a profound prophetic intervention, and divine manifestation of God's mercy. The chapter stands as a testament to the efficacy of heartfelt prayer and God's capability to alter situations in our favor.<div class="chap"><div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_illness_and_despair.htm">Hezekiah's Illness and Despair</a></b><br><a href="/isaiah/38.htm">Isaiah 38:1</a> states, In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came to him and said, 'This is what the LORD says: Put your house in order, for you are about to die; you will not recover.'<br>The certainty of death can lead to despair, but it also prompts a deeper reliance on God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_prayer_and_god's_response.htm">Hezekiah's Prayer and God's Response</a></b><br>In verses 2-3, Hezekiah turns to the wall and prays earnestly, reminding God of his faithfulness and wholehearted devotion.<br>God hears Hezekiah's prayer and responds with grace, as seen in verse 5: Go and tell Hezekiah that this is what the LORD, the God of your father David, says: I have heard your prayer; I have seen your tears. Behold, I will add fifteen years to your life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_sign_of_the_sun's_shadow.htm">The Sign of the Sun's Shadow</a></b><br>God provides a miraculous sign to confirm His promise, as described in verse 8: I will make the shadow cast by the sun go back the ten steps it has descended on the stairway of Ahaz.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_song_of_thanksgiving.htm">Hezekiah's Song of Thanksgiving</a></b><br>Verses 9-20 contain Hezekiah's song of thanksgiving, expressing gratitude for God's deliverance and a renewed commitment to praise Him.<div class="vheading2">Practical Applications</div><b><a href="/topical/t/turn_to_god_in_times_of_crisis.htm">Turn to God in Times of Crisis</a></b><br>When faced with dire circumstances, follow Hezekiah's example by turning to God in prayer and seeking His intervention.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/remember_god's_faithfulness.htm">Remember God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>Reflect on past instances of God's faithfulness in your life as a source of encouragement and hope.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/express_gratitude.htm">Express Gratitude</a></b><br>Cultivate a heart of gratitude, acknowledging God's mercy and grace in your life, even in challenging times.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Trust in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Trust that God is in control, and His plans are ultimately for our good, even when they are not immediately apparent.<div class="vheading2">People</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah.htm">Hezekiah</a></b><br>Hezekiah is the king of Judah who falls ill and is at the point of death. He prays to the LORD for healing, and God grants him an additional fifteen years of life. Hezekiah's prayer and God's response are central to this chapter. The name "Hezekiah" (&#1495;&#1460;&#1494;&#1456;&#1511;&#1460;&#1497;&#1464;&#1468;&#1492;&#1493;&#1468;, Chizqiyahu) in Hebrew means "Yahweh strengthens."<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/isaiah.htm">Isaiah</a></b><br>Isaiah is the prophet who delivers God's message to Hezekiah. Initially, he tells Hezekiah to set his house in order because he will die. After Hezekiah's prayer, Isaiah returns with a message from God that Hezekiah will be healed. The name "Isaiah" (&#1497;&#1456;&#1513;&#1463;&#1473;&#1506;&#1456;&#1497;&#1464;&#1492;&#1493;&#1468;, Yeshayahu) means "Yahweh is salvation."<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The LORD is the God of Israel who hears Hezekiah's prayer and responds with compassion. He is the one who extends Hezekiah's life and provides a sign of His promise. The name "Yahweh" (&#1497;&#1492;&#1493;&#1492;) is the personal name of God in the Hebrew Bible, often translated as "LORD" in English translations.<div class="vheading2">Places</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>While not explicitly mentioned in <a href="/bsb/isaiah/38.htm">Isaiah 38</a>, Jerusalem is the implied setting for the events described. King Hezekiah was the king of Judah, and his royal residence was in Jerusalem. This city is central to the narrative as the political and spiritual heart of Judah. In Hebrew, Jerusalem is "&#1497;&#1456;&#1512;&#1493;&#1468;&#1513;&#1464;&#1473;&#1500;&#1463;&#1497;&#1460;&#1501;" (Yerushalayim), which means "foundation of peace."<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple_of_the_lord.htm">The Temple of the LORD</a></b><br>Although not directly named in this chapter, the Temple in Jerusalem is implied as a significant place of worship and prayer. Hezekiah's prayer and the sign of the shadow moving backward on the sundial (or steps) of Ahaz would have been understood in the context of the Temple's religious significance. The Hebrew term for the Temple is "&#1489;&#1461;&#1468;&#1497;&#1514; &#1497;&#1456;&#1492;&#1493;&#1464;&#1492;" (Beit Yahweh), meaning "House of the LORD."<div class="vheading2">Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_illness_and_isaiah's_prophecy.htm">Hezekiah's Illness and Isaiah's Prophecy</a></b><br>Hezekiah becomes mortally ill, and the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz, visits him with a message from the LORD: "Put your house in order, for you are about to die; you will not recover" (<a href="/isaiah/38.htm">Isaiah 38:1</a>). The Hebrew word for "house" (&#1489;&#1463;&#1468;&#1497;&#1460;&#1514;, bayit) can imply both a physical household and one's affairs or legacy.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_prayer.htm">Hezekiah's Prayer</a></b><br>In response to the prophecy, Hezekiah turns his face to the wall and prays to the LORD, reminding God of his faithfulness and wholehearted devotion: "Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight" (<a href="/isaiah/38-2.htm">Isaiah 38:2-3</a>). The Hebrew term for "wholehearted" (&#1489;&#1456;&#1468;&#1500;&#1461;&#1489;&#1464;&#1489; &#1513;&#1464;&#1473;&#1500;&#1461;&#1501;, b'levav shalem) emphasizes sincerity and completeness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_response_through_isaiah.htm">God's Response through Isaiah</a></b><br>Before Isaiah leaves the middle court, the word of the LORD comes to him again, instructing him to return to Hezekiah with a new message: "I have heard your prayer; I have seen your tears. Behold, I will add fifteen years to your life" (<a href="/isaiah/38-5.htm">Isaiah 38:5</a>). The Hebrew word for "heard" (&#1513;&#1464;&#1473;&#1502;&#1463;&#1506;, shama) indicates attentive listening.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/promise_of_deliverance.htm">Promise of Deliverance</a></b><br>God promises not only to extend Hezekiah's life but also to deliver him and the city from the hand of the king of Assyria: "I will deliver you and this city from the hand of the king of Assyria. I will defend this city" (<a href="/isaiah/38-6.htm">Isaiah 38:6</a>). The Hebrew root for "deliver" (&#1504;&#1464;&#1510;&#1463;&#1500;, natsal) conveys rescue or saving from danger.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/sign_of_the_sun's_shadow.htm">Sign of the Sun's Shadow</a></b><br>As a sign of His promise, the LORD causes the shadow on the stairway of Ahaz to go back ten steps: "I will make the shadow cast by the sun go back the ten steps it has descended on the stairway of Ahaz" (<a href="/isaiah/38-8.htm">Isaiah 38:8</a>). The Hebrew word for "shadow" (&#1510;&#1461;&#1500;, tzel) can symbolize protection or divine intervention.<br><br>6. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_song_of_thanksgiving.htm">Hezekiah's Song of Thanksgiving</a></b><br>After his recovery, Hezekiah writes a song of thanksgiving, reflecting on his experience of illness and God's deliverance: "I said, 'In the prime of my life I must go through the gates of Sheol; I am deprived of the remainder of my years'" (<a href="/isaiah/38-10.htm">Isaiah 38:10</a>). The Hebrew term for "Sheol" (&#1513;&#1456;&#1473;&#1488;&#1493;&#1465;&#1500;, sheol) refers to the realm of the dead.<br><br>7. <b><a href="/topical/r/reflection_on_god's_mercy.htm">Reflection on God's Mercy</a></b><br>Hezekiah acknowledges God's mercy and the restoration of his health: "Surely it was for my benefit that I suffered such anguish. In Your love You have delivered me from the pit of oblivion, for You have cast all my sins behind Your back" (<a href="/isaiah/38-17.htm">Isaiah 38:17</a>). The Hebrew word for "love" (&#1495;&#1462;&#1505;&#1462;&#1491;, chesed) denotes steadfast love or covenantal loyalty.<div class="vheading2">Connections to Additional Scriptures</div><b><a href="/james/5-16.htm">James 5:16</a></b><br>The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail. This verse underscores the effectiveness of fervent prayer, as demonstrated by Hezekiah.<br><br><b><a href="/psalms/103-2.htm">Psalm 103:2-4</a></b><br>Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds&#8212;He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with loving devotion and compassion. This passage echoes the themes of healing and redemption found in <a href="/bsb/isaiah/38.htm">Isaiah 38</a>.<br><br><b><a href="/2_kings/20.htm">2 Kings 20:1-11</a></b><br>This parallel account provides additional context and details about Hezekiah's illness and recovery.<div class="vheading2">Prayer Points</div><b> Pray for Faith in Difficult Times </b><br>Ask God to strengthen your faith and trust in Him, especially during challenging situations.<br><br><b>Seek God's Will</b><br>Pray for discernment to understand and align with God's will in your life.<br><br><b>Thank God for His Mercy</b><br>Offer prayers of thanksgiving for God's mercy, grace, and the answered prayers in your life.<br><br><b>Intercede for Others</b><br>Pray for those who are facing illness or despair, asking God to intervene and bring healing and hope. <br><br>May this study of <a href="/bsb/isaiah/38.htm">Isaiah 38</a> inspire you to seek God earnestly, trust in His promises, and live a life of gratitude and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Bible Study Questions</div><p class="que"><span class="count">1.</span> In what ways does Hezekiah's initial reaction to his sickness reflect our own reactions when faced with life-threatening situations?<p class="que"><span class="count">2.</span> How does Hezekiah's prayer demonstrate his faith and trust in God? What can we learn from this?<p class="que"><span class="count">3.</span> Compare Hezekiah's prayer in verse 3 with his song of thanksgiving in verses 9-20. How do these texts reflect his spiritual growth?<p class="que"><span class="count">4.</span> How does God's response to Hezekiah's prayer affirm His compassion and mercy?<p class="que"><span class="count">5.</span> God offered Hezekiah a sign to confirm His promise (the shadow going back ten steps). How does this event speak to our desire for signs and assurances from God?<p class="que"><span class="count">6.</span> How would you react if you were in Hezekiah's position, given a prophecy of imminent death?<p class="que"><span class="count">7.</span> How do you relate to Hezekiah's fear of death expressed in his song?<p class="que"><span class="count">8.</span> What lessons can we draw from Hezekiah's transformation from despair to praise?<p class="que"><span class="count">9.</span> How can we apply Hezekiah's approach to prayer and faith when faced with our own challenges today?<p class="que"><span class="count">10.</span> Why do you think God allowed Hezekiah to fall sick, knowing He would eventually heal him?<p class="que"><span class="count">11.</span> Reflect on a time when you've felt desperate or hopeless. How might your actions or prayers during that time compare to Hezekiah's response to his illness?<p class="que"><span class="count">12.</span> In our current society, how might we see God&#8217;s sign of the shadow reversing ten steps?<p class="que"><span class="count">13.</span> If you were granted fifteen more years to live as Hezekiah was, how would you use that time?<p class="que"><span class="count">14.</span> How does the concept of mortality, as reflected in Hezekiah's song, influence our day-to-day decisions?<p class="que"><span class="count">15.</span> How might you emulate Hezekiah's faith and commitment to God in your own life?<p class="que"><span class="count">16.</span> What do you think was the most significant aspect of Hezekiah's relationship with God?<p class="que"><span class="count">17.</span> Can you identify a moment in your life when you experienced divine intervention, as Hezekiah did?<p class="que"><span class="count">18.</span> What role does faith play in healing, based on your understanding of this chapter?<p class="que"><span class="count">19.</span> In today's world, where many seek scientific and medical solutions to health problems, what does this chapter teach us about divine healing?<p class="que"><span class="count">20.</span> How can we use Hezekiah&#8217;s song of thanksgiving as a model for our own expressions of gratitude to God?</div><div class="vheading2">Topics</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_illness_and_prayer.htm">Hezekiah&#8217;s Illness and Prayer (Isaiah 38:1-3)</a></b><br>In this passage, King Hezekiah falls gravely ill, and the prophet Isaiah delivers a message from the LORD, instructing him to set his house in order because he will not recover. Hezekiah turns his face to the wall and prays earnestly, reminding God of his faithfulness and wholehearted devotion. The Hebrew root for "pray" (&#1508;&#1468;&#1464;&#1500;&#1463;&#1500;, ^palal^) emphasizes intercession and supplication, highlighting Hezekiah's earnest plea.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_response_and_promise_of_healing.htm">God&#8217;s Response and Promise of Healing (Isaiah 38:4-6)</a></b><br>The LORD responds to Hezekiah&#8217;s prayer through Isaiah, promising to add fifteen years to his life and deliver him and the city from the Assyrian threat. This divine intervention underscores God's mercy and faithfulness. The Hebrew word for "deliver" (&#1504;&#1464;&#1510;&#1463;&#1500;, ^natsal^) conveys the idea of rescue and salvation, reflecting God's protective nature.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sign_of_the_sun's_shadow.htm">The Sign of the Sun&#8217;s Shadow (Isaiah 38:7-8)</a></b><br>As a sign of His promise, God causes the shadow on the sundial of Ahaz to move backward ten steps. This miraculous event serves as a confirmation of God's power and the certainty of His word. The Hebrew term for "sign" (&#1488;&#1493;&#1465;&#1514;, ^oth^) indicates a miraculous token or proof of divine intervention.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezekiah's_song_of_thanksgiving.htm">Hezekiah&#8217;s Song of Thanksgiving (Isaiah 38:9-20)</a></b><br>After his recovery, Hezekiah composes a song of thanksgiving, reflecting on his experience of illness and God&#8217;s deliverance. He expresses gratitude for being spared from death and acknowledges the LORD&#8217;s role in his healing. The Hebrew root for "thanksgiving" (&#1514;&#1493;&#1465;&#1491;&#1464;&#1492;, ^todah^) is associated with praise and confession, emphasizing Hezekiah's heartfelt gratitude.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/r/reflection_on_life_and_death.htm">Reflection on Life and Death (Isaiah 38:10-14)</a></b><br>In his song, Hezekiah reflects on the fragility of life and the despair he felt during his illness. He uses vivid imagery to describe his brush with death, illustrating the human condition and the inevitability of mortality. The Hebrew word for "life" (&#1495;&#1463;&#1497;&#1468;&#1460;&#1497;&#1501;, ^chayyim^) underscores the preciousness and transience of existence.<br><br>6. <b><a href="/topical/a/acknowledgment_of_god's_sovereignty.htm">Acknowledgment of God&#8217;s Sovereignty (Isaiah 38:15-17)</a></b><br>Hezekiah acknowledges God&#8217;s sovereignty over life and death, recognizing that his suffering was for his own benefit and that God has lovingly delivered him from the pit of destruction. The Hebrew term for "sovereignty" (&#1502;&#1462;&#1502;&#1456;&#1513;&#1473;&#1464;&#1500;&#1464;&#1492;, ^memshalah^) conveys authority and dominion, highlighting God's ultimate control over all circumstances.<br><br>7. <b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_praise_and_testimony.htm">Commitment to Praise and Testimony (Isaiah 38:18-20)</a></b><br>Hezekiah commits to praising God and sharing his testimony of deliverance with others. He emphasizes that the living, not the dead, can praise the LORD, and he vows to make known God&#8217;s faithfulness. The Hebrew root for "praise" (&#1492;&#1464;&#1500;&#1463;&#1500;, ^halal^) is associated with celebration and boasting in the LORD, reflecting Hezekiah&#8217;s dedication to glorifying God.<div class="vheading2">Themes</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/mortality_and_divine_sovereignty.htm">Mortality and Divine Sovereignty</a></b><br>In <a href="/bsb/isaiah/38.htm">Isaiah 38</a>, the theme of human mortality is evident as King Hezekiah faces a terminal illness. The passage underscores the sovereignty of God over life and death. Hezekiah's illness and subsequent recovery highlight the belief that God holds ultimate authority over human existence. The Hebrew root for "sick" (&#1495;&#1464;&#1500;&#1464;&#1492;, chal&#225;h) emphasizes the frailty of human life.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/prayer_and_divine_intervention.htm">Prayer and Divine Intervention</a></b><br>Hezekiah's earnest prayer to God in his time of distress illustrates the power of prayer and divine intervention. The narrative shows that God hears and responds to the prayers of the faithful. The Hebrew word for "prayed" (&#1508;&#1464;&#1468;&#1500;&#1463;&#1500;, pal&#225;l) suggests intercession and supplication, indicating a deep, personal communication with God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/r/repentance_and_humility.htm">Repentance and Humility</a></b><br>Hezekiah's response to his illness is marked by humility and repentance, as he turns to God in prayer. This theme is reflected in his acknowledgment of his dependence on God for healing and life. The Hebrew concept of "turning" (&#1513;&#1473;&#1493;&#1468;&#1489;, shuv) often implies repentance and a return to God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_and_mercy.htm">God&#8217;s Faithfulness and Mercy</a></b><br>The extension of Hezekiah's life by fifteen years is a testament to God's faithfulness and mercy. This theme is central to the narrative, as God honors Hezekiah's faith and grants him additional time. The Hebrew word for "faithful" (&#1488;&#1457;&#1502;&#1493;&#1468;&#1504;&#1464;&#1492;, emunah) conveys steadfastness and reliability, attributes of God's character.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sign_of_god's_promise.htm">The Sign of God&#8217;s Promise</a></b><br>The sign of the sun&#8217;s shadow moving backward on the stairway of Ahaz serves as a divine confirmation of God&#8217;s promise to Hezekiah. This miraculous event underscores the theme of God&#8217;s ability to control natural elements to fulfill His promises. The Hebrew term for "sign" (&#1488;&#1493;&#1465;&#1514;, oth) indicates a visible, miraculous indication of divine intervention.<br><br>6. <b><a href="/topical/p/praise_and_thanksgiving.htm">Praise and Thanksgiving</a></b><br>Following his recovery, Hezekiah offers praise and thanksgiving to God, recognizing His role in his healing. This theme highlights the importance of gratitude and worship in response to God&#8217;s blessings. The Hebrew root for "praise" (&#1492;&#1464;&#1500;&#1463;&#1500;, halal) suggests exuberant and joyful expression of thanks.<br><br>7. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_transience_of_life.htm">The Transience of Life</a></b><br>Hezekiah&#8217;s reflection on the brevity of life and the inevitability of death is a poignant theme in this chapter. It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of human existence and the importance of living in accordance with God&#8217;s will. 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