Nahum | God vs. the Arrogant

Outline:
I. Avenging God 1:1-8
II. Arrogance of Nineveh 1:9-2:13
III. Applause of All 3:1-19

Personal Reflection & Small Group Questions
Please complete this study on your own, then bring it to your small group for discussion.
1. Looking back over your notes from this week’s sermon and text, what particularly caught your attention, challenged, or confused you?

2. What do you think about the jealousy of God? (Read Exodus 20:4-5, Deuteronomy 4:23-24, and Zechariah 1:14-16.) What is God jealous about?

3. Is there any aspect of being jealous or zealous that is admirable in human beings?

4. Do you have a favorite poem? Why might poetry help in communicating a prophetic message like this?

5. How do we recognize deceit in a nation or national leader? Do Christians have any advantage in recognizing it?

6. How does God’s Word provide for you comfort and hope?

7. Looking back over this week’s sermon and study, what one thing is most important for you to remember and apply?