2 Chronicles 26:2
Uzziah was the one who rebuilt Eloth and restored it to Judah after King Amaziah rested with his fathers.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 26:2?

2. How does Uzziah's reign reflect God's blessing for obedience in 2 Chronicles 26:2?

3. What lessons can we learn from Uzziah's early success in 2 Chronicles 26:2?

4. How does 2 Chronicles 26:2 connect to God's promises in Deuteronomy 28:1-14?

5. In what ways can we seek God's guidance like Uzziah in our lives?

6. How can we ensure our successes align with God's will, as seen in Uzziah's reign?

7. What historical evidence supports Uzziah's rebuilding of Eloth in 2 Chronicles 26:2?

8. How does Uzziah's reign reflect God's favor in 2 Chronicles 26:2?

9. Why was Eloth significant in the context of 2 Chronicles 26:2?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 26?

11. How do we square the accounts of 2 Chronicles 26 with 2 Kings 15, given the differing details about Uzziah (also called Azariah) and his reign?

12. Does 2 Chronicles 26:1–4’s portrayal of Uzziah’s rise to power match external historical sources or records of other nations?

13. Who was the father of Uzziah? Joram (Matthew 1:8) Amaziah (2 Chronicles 26:1)

14. Why does 2 Chronicles 26:23 indicate an honorable burial for Uzziah despite his long period of isolation, and is there any extrabiblical support for this?
Discussion Questions
1. What can we learn from Uzziah's decision to rebuild Eloth about the importance of reclaiming lost opportunities in our own lives?

2. How does the restoration of Eloth under Uzziah's leadership reflect the broader theme of restoration found throughout the Bible?

3. In what ways can we apply the principle of building upon the legacy of those who came before us in our personal and spiritual lives?

4. How does Uzziah's reign, beginning at a young age, encourage us to pursue leadership and responsibility regardless of our current stage in life?

5. What strategic "Eloths" in our lives might God be calling us to rebuild or restore, and how can we discern and act upon these opportunities?1. How does Uzziah's life demonstrate the proverb: "Pride comes before a fall"?

2. How did Uzziah misuse his power? How can we guard against similar mistakes in our own lives?

3. What lessons can we learn from Zechariah's role in guiding Uzziah during his early reign?

4. How can we apply the understanding of God's judgment in Uzziah's case to our contemporary society?

5. How does this chapter reflect on the theme of divine punishment in response to human arrogance?

6. How does Uzziah's reign relate to the concept of spiritual leadership?

7. What does this chapter teach us about the division of roles in religious and secular leadership?

8. Discuss how power can corrupt, as evidenced by Uzziah's actions?

9. How do Uzziah’s actions reveal about the relationship between power and responsibility?

10. How can leaders today avoid Uzziah's downfall? How can they stay humble in the face of success?

11. What would you have done differently if you were Uzziah?

12. Can you identify situations in your life or in the world today where someone might be tempted to overstep their bounds, like Uzziah did?

13. How does Uzziah's story influence your understanding of the fear of God?

14. Discuss the role of the priests in this chapter. How does it reflect on the responsibilities of spiritual leaders?

15. What does Uzziah's isolation due to his leprosy symbolize in terms of spiritual conditions?

16. How does Uzziah's death underscore the consequences of his transgressions?

17. Why do you think it was so important that Uzziah not be buried in the tombs of the kings?

18. In what ways does Uzziah’s story relate to contemporary issues of power, pride, and punishment?

19. How can this chapter inspire us to remain humble and respectful towards God's laws?

20. How might you apply the lessons learned from Uzziah’s reign in your own life?

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