1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 24:7?

2. How did "Athaliah's sons" contribute to the temple's desecration in 2 Chronicles 24:7?

3. What lessons can we learn from Joash's response to the temple's condition?

4. How does 2 Chronicles 24:7 connect with God's commands about temple purity?

5. How can we protect our church from spiritual neglect and corruption today?

6. What steps can we take to restore holiness in our personal spiritual lives?

7. Why did Athaliah's sons desecrate the temple of the LORD in 2 Chronicles 24:7?

8. How does 2 Chronicles 24:7 reflect on the influence of leadership on religious practices?

9. What does 2 Chronicles 24:7 reveal about the consequences of idolatry?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 24?

11. 2 Kings 11:12: How credible is the sudden public coronation of Joash without Athaliah’s prior knowledge?

12. (2 Chronicles 7:14) If God promised healing for a repentant nation, why did later disasters still befall Israel and Judah despite reported periods of repentance?

13. Why does God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:8 but never give that explicit reason in the parallel accounts (e.g., 2 Samuel 7)?

14. Who incited David to count the fighting men of Israel? God did (2 Samuel 24: 1) Satan did (I Chronicles 2 1:1)1. How did Athaliah's background and family influence her actions as queen, and what can we learn about the impact of family and upbringing on our spiritual lives?

2. In what ways can idolatry manifest in modern life, and how can we guard against it in our personal and communal worship?

3. How does the account of Joash's reforms encourage us to pursue spiritual renewal in our own lives and communities?

4. What qualities should we look for in leaders, both spiritual and secular, to ensure they guide us toward righteousness and away from idolatry?

5. How can we actively participate in the restoration and protection of what is sacred in our churches and communities today?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?

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