2 Chronicles 28:7
Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, Azrikam the governor of the palace, and Elkanah the second to the king.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 28:7?

2. How does 2 Chronicles 28:7 illustrate the consequences of turning from God?

3. What can we learn about God's justice from 2 Chronicles 28:7?

4. How does this verse connect with God's warnings in Deuteronomy 28?

5. How should believers respond to leadership failures as seen in 2 Chronicles 28:7?

6. What steps can we take to avoid similar consequences in our own lives?

7. Why did Zichri kill Maaseiah, Azrikam, and Elkanah in 2 Chronicles 28:7?

8. How does 2 Chronicles 28:7 reflect God's judgment on Judah?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 28:7?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 28?

11. How do we reconcile the differences between 1 Chronicles 17 and 2 Samuel 7 regarding the details of God's covenant with David?

12. In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel?

13. Psalm 99:5 calls for worship at God's footstool; if this footstool is literal, why is there no archaeological record or clear location for it?

14. Does the capture of 200,000 prisoners in 2 Chronicles 28:8 align with known historical records?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the conflict between Ephraim and Judah in 2 Chronicles 28:7 reflect the broader theme of division within God's people? What lessons can we learn about unity?

2. In what ways does the leadership failure in Judah during King Ahaz's reign serve as a warning for us today? How can we apply this to our own leadership roles?

3. How does the account of 2 Chronicles 28:7 illustrate the consequences of disobedience to God? Can you identify other biblical examples where disobedience led to similar outcomes?

4. What steps can we take to ensure that we are supporting and praying for godly leaders in our communities and churches?

5. How can we trust in God's sovereignty when we face personal or communal crises, as seen in the events of 2 Chronicles 28:7? What scriptures can we turn to for encouragement in such times?1. What can we learn from Ahaz's disobedience to God and his ultimate fate?

2. How did the actions of King Ahaz affect the nation of Judah?

3. Discuss the significance of Oded's intervention. How does it underscore the role of prophets?

4. How do you see the themes of divine retribution and mercy playing out in this chapter?

5. In what ways can we apply the lessons from this chapter to today's world, particularly to leadership roles?

6. Ahaz sought assistance from the Assyrian king instead of turning to God. What does this say about his faith and understanding of God?

7. How can we ensure that we don't fall into the trap of idolatry in our modern lives?

8. In what ways did Ahaz's actions exacerbate the crisis for Judah instead of mitigating it?

9. How does the response of the leaders of Ephraim to Oded's words demonstrate the power of prophecy?

10. Why do you think Ahaz continued his idolatrous practices even after witnessing the dire consequences?

11. What are some contemporary examples of leaders who faced significant challenges due to their unrighteous actions?

12. How can we ensure that we heed the warnings in our lives and change our course of action accordingly?

13. What are some modern forms of idolatry, and how can we guard ourselves against them?

14. How can we use the lessons from this chapter to guide our decisions in times of crisis?

15. What does this chapter teach us about personal and societal responsibility?

16. How do the actions of the Ephraimite leaders illustrate the importance of repentance and restoration?

17. How can the principles in this chapter be applied to promote justice and equality in today's society?

18. How does this chapter underscore the importance of obeying God's commandments?

19. In today's context, how can we identify and correct our missteps before they lead to severe consequences?

20. How can we reconcile the wrathful depiction of God in this chapter with the concept of a loving, merciful God?

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