Afterward, they made preparations for themselves and for the priests, since the priests, the descendants of Aaron, were offering up burnt offerings and fat until nightfall. So the Levites made preparations for themselves and for the priests, the descendants of Aaron. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 35:14? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 35:14 demonstrate the priests' dedication to their duties? 3. What can we learn about prioritizing God's work from 2 Chronicles 35:14? 4. How does this verse connect to the broader theme of worship in Scripture? 5. How can we apply the priests' commitment in our service to God today? 6. What does 2 Chronicles 35:14 teach about teamwork in fulfilling God's commands? 7. What does 2 Chronicles 35:14 reveal about the role of the Levites in temple service? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 35:14 reflect the importance of ritual purity in worship? 9. Why is the division of labor among priests and Levites significant in 2 Chronicles 35:14? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 35? 11. 2 Chronicles 29:3-5 - How plausible is it that the priests and Levites restored the temple so quickly without any record of detailed construction or supply logistics? 12. In 2 Chronicles 35:18, why does the text claim no Passover like Josiah's had been celebrated 'since the days of Samuel,' seemingly ignoring the grand Passover of Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 30? 13. In 2 Chronicles 31:4, why is there no historical or extra-biblical record supporting Hezekiah's decree that provided consistent resources to priests and Levites? 14. In 2 Chronicles 30:24, how could authorities practically handle the huge numbers of sacrifices without facing sanitary or organizational challenges? Discussion Questions 1. How does the dedication of the priests and Levites in 2 Chronicles 35:14 inspire you in your own service to God and others?2. In what ways can we support our spiritual leaders today, similar to how the Levites supported the priests? 3. Reflect on the significance of the burnt offerings in the Old Testament. How does this relate to the concept of being a "living sacrifice" as mentioned in Romans 12:1? 4. How can the observance of Passover in 2 Chronicles 35 deepen our understanding of Jesus as the Passover Lamb in the New Testament? 5. What are some practical ways we can remember and celebrate God's faithfulness in our own lives, drawing inspiration from the historical continuity seen in the Passover celebration?1. How does Josiah's celebration of the Passover demonstrate his dedication to God? What can we learn from this? 2. Josiah's reform is marked by his attention to detail. How can we apply such meticulousness in our spiritual life? 3. Contrast the actions of Josiah and the Levites in preparing for the Passover. What role does leadership play in religious observance? 4. How might the response of the people of Judah to Josiah's Passover celebration compare to the response of modern society to religious events? 5. Despite Josiah's devotion, he failed to heed a divine warning. Why do you think he made this mistake? What lesson can we draw from this? 6. Josiah ignored a divine warning delivered through an 'enemy,' Pharaoh Neco. How should we approach truth or divine warnings, even when they come from unexpected sources? 7. Discuss the consequences of Josiah's decision to confront Pharaoh Neco. How does this incident serve as a warning for us today? 8. In today's world, how can we discern between genuine divine warnings and false alarms? 9. What does Josiah's death teach us about the unpredictability of life and the importance of continuous obedience to God? 10. How did Josiah's death impact the nation of Judah? Can the actions of a single person significantly affect an entire community or nation today? 11. Reflect on the role of the prophet Jeremiah in this chapter. How does his lament for Josiah underline the gravity of the king's death? 12. How might we react to a leader's death today, like the people of Judah reacted to Josiah's death? 13. How can we ensure our dedication to God does not waver like Josiah's did during his encounter with Pharaoh Neco? 14. How does the story of Josiah encourage us to consider the long-term consequences of our actions? 15. How can we ensure our obedience to God is consistent, as opposed to wavering in different circumstances? 16. How does 2 Chronicles 35 illuminate the importance of a leader's spiritual commitment for their community or nation? 17. In what ways can we apply the lessons from Josiah's life and death to our own spiritual journey? 18. Josiah died despite his zealous dedication to God. How should we understand and reconcile this event with our beliefs about divine protection? 19. In modern terms, what would a revival like Josiah's look like in our communities? 20. How might you act differently in your spiritual life having studied the life and death of King Josiah? Links 2 Chronicles 35:14 NIV2 Chronicles 35:14 NLT 2 Chronicles 35:14 ESV 2 Chronicles 35:14 NASB 2 Chronicles 35:14 KJV 2 Chronicles 35:14 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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