In the spring, the army of Aram went to war against Joash. They entered Judah and Jerusalem and destroyed all the leaders of the people, and they sent all the plunder to their king in Damascus. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 24:23? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 24:23 demonstrate God's judgment on unfaithfulness? 3. What lessons can we learn about leadership from 2 Chronicles 24:23? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 24:23 connect to God's covenant with Israel? 5. How can we apply the consequences seen in 2 Chronicles 24:23 to our lives? 6. What role does divine retribution play in the events of 2 Chronicles 24:23? 7. Why did the Arameans attack Judah in 2 Chronicles 24:23 despite their small army? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 24:23 reflect God's judgment on Judah? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 24:23? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 24? 11. Are the large-scale military defeats and deportations in 2 Chronicles 28 verifiable through existing sources? 12. How many fighting men were found in Judah? Five hundred thousand (2 Samuel 24:9) Four hundred and seventy thousand (I Chronicles 21:5) 13. Are the religious reforms in 2 Chronicles 23:16-21 historically credible, or do they reflect an idealized narrative from a later period? 14. Who was Jehoiada in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How did Joash's relationship with God change after the death of Jehoiada, and what can we learn from this about the importance of spiritual mentors?2. In what ways does the invasion by Aram serve as a fulfillment of God's warnings to His people about the consequences of disobedience? 3. How can we apply the principle of accountability in leadership to our own roles and responsibilities, whether in the church, workplace, or home? 4. What does this passage teach us about God's sovereignty and His use of nations and events to accomplish His purposes? 5. How can we ensure that we remain faithful to God even when our spiritual mentors or leaders are no longer present in our lives?1. How does Jehoiada's guidance influence Joash's early reign? Can you think of modern examples where mentorship has similarly shaped individuals? 2. Reflect on the efforts made to repair the Temple. How does this show the role of community in religious matters? 3. Why do you think Joash turned to idolatry after Jehoiada's death despite his initial devotion to God? 4. How does Joash's story highlight the impact of peer pressure or societal influence on our actions and beliefs? 5. How did Joash respond to Zechariah's prophecy? How should we respond to criticism or correction, especially when it's based on truth? 6. Compare and contrast the deaths of Jehoiada and Joash. What does this reveal about the consequences of our actions? 7. How can we resist negative influences and remain steadfast in our beliefs like Jehoiada, even when surrounded by unrighteousness? 8. How does Joash's story illustrate the biblical principle that "whatever a man sows, that he will also reap" (Galatians 6:7)? 9. How does the punishment of Joash relate to the concept of divine justice? 10. Why is it important to remember the source of our guidance, as seen in Joash's dependence on Jehoiada? 11. How can we ensure the integrity of our faith, avoiding the fate of Joash who fell into apostasy? 12. What lessons can we learn from Zechariah’s courage to speak truth to power, despite the cost? 13. What role does repentance play in our faith journey and how could it have changed Joash's fate? 14. How does the narrative of Joash reflect on the importance of personal responsibility for one's spiritual health? 15. How does Joash's downfall serve as a warning against complacency in our spiritual life? 16. What can we learn about the dangers of forsaking God's commands for worldly counsel? 17. How should we react when we see leaders or influential figures going astray, as Joash did? 18. What lessons can we glean from the community's initial support of Joash and their subsequent disloyalty? 19. How does this chapter highlight the role of prophecy in the narrative of the Bible? 20. How can we apply the lessons from Joash's life and reign to our own personal walk with God? Links 2 Chronicles 24:23 NIV2 Chronicles 24:23 NLT 2 Chronicles 24:23 ESV 2 Chronicles 24:23 NASB 2 Chronicles 24:23 KJV 2 Chronicles 24:23 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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