But Jehoshabeath daughter of King Jehoram took Joash son of Ahaziah and stole him away from among the sons of the king who were being murdered, and she put him and his nurse in a bedroom. Because Jehoshabeath, the daughter of King Jehoram and the wife of Jehoiada the priest, was Ahaziah's sister, she hid Joash from Athaliah so that she could not kill him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 22:11? 2. How does Jehosheba's bravery in 2 Chronicles 22:11 inspire your faith today? 3. What does Jehosheba's action teach about God's protection and providence? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 22:11 connect with God's covenant promises to David? 5. How can you emulate Jehosheba's courage in your daily life situations? 6. What role does family play in God's plan, as seen in this verse? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 22:11 demonstrate God's providence in preserving the Davidic line? 8. Why did Jehosheba risk her life to save Joash according to 2 Chronicles 22:11? 9. What role does 2 Chronicles 22:11 play in the larger narrative of Judah's kings? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 22? 11. 2 Kings 11:3: Is there any historical or archaeological evidence that supports a child being hidden in the Temple for six years? 12. Who was Athaliah in the Bible? 13. If Ishmael was a descendant of the royal line, why is there scant genealogical or historical corroboration for his ancestry? (Jeremiah 41) 14. 2 Kings 11:1: How could Athaliah have overlooked or failed to find Joash if she was determined to kill all royal heirs? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jehosheba's act of courage inspire you to stand for righteousness in your own life?2. In what ways can you see God's protection and sovereignty at work in your personal circumstances, similar to how Joash was preserved? 3. Reflect on a time when a seemingly small act of faithfulness had a significant impact. How does this encourage you to remain faithful in the "small" things? 4. How can the account of Jehosheba and Joash encourage you to form and maintain godly alliances in your life? 5. Considering the role of women like Jehosheba in the Bible, how can you encourage and support the women in your community to fulfill their God-given roles?1. Analyze Ahaziah's character. How did his mother's influence shape his reign? 2. Reflect on the consequences of Ahaziah's alliance with Joram. How can this inform our own choice of alliances in our personal lives? 3. Consider Jehu's role in the story. How does this display God's control over events, even amidst wicked reigns? 4. Why was Ahaziah buried with respect, despite his wicked reign? 5. Discuss the actions of Athaliah upon her son's death. How does her response contrast with Jehosheba's actions? 6. Explore the implications of Joash being hidden in the temple of God. What symbolism can you find in this act? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 22 depict the consequences of ungodly leadership? 8. In what ways does 2 Chronicles 22 inspire you to evaluate your influences and alliances? 9. How does Jehosheba's courage inspire you in your current life situation? 10. How can the lessons from Ahaziah's story be applied to modern-day leadership, both in secular and religious contexts? 11. How does Ahaziah's reliance on his mother's counsel relate to the importance of wise counsel in our lives? 12. How does the narrative of Athaliah seizing the throne highlight the impact of unchecked ambition? 13. Drawing from Ahaziah's life, how can one prevent poor decision-making due to negative influences? 14. How do you think the history of a leader’s predecessors influences their leadership style? 15. How can the story of Joash's preservation inspire faith in God's plan amidst chaotic circumstances? 16. In what ways does the narrative of 2 Chronicles 22 highlight the consequences of disregarding God's law? 17. In modern terms, what could be considered equivalent to "walking in the ways of the house of Ahab", and how can this be avoided? 18. How can we apply the lessons of accountability and retribution seen in Ahaziah's life to contemporary societal systems? 19. How does this chapter speak to the need for personal discernment and wisdom in choosing our associations? 20. Discuss the portrayal of God's sovereignty in this chapter. How can this understanding influence our trust in God's plan in our lives? Links 2 Chronicles 22:11 NIV2 Chronicles 22:11 NLT 2 Chronicles 22:11 ESV 2 Chronicles 22:11 NASB 2 Chronicles 22:11 KJV 2 Chronicles 22:11 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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