Prepare yourselves by families in your divisions, according to the instructions written by David king of Israel and Solomon his son. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 35:4? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 35:4 emphasize the importance of following God's instructions precisely? 3. What role does "the house of your fathers" play in spiritual leadership today? 4. How can we ensure our service aligns with God's "word of the LORD"? 5. What lessons from 2 Chronicles 35:4 apply to church organization and structure? 6. How does this verse connect with New Testament teachings on orderly worship? 7. What is the significance of 2 Chronicles 35:4 in the context of Josiah's reforms? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 35:4 reflect the importance of following divine instructions? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 35:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 35? 11. Who was King Jehoshaphat in the Bible? 12. 1 Chronicles 26:1–32: Is the meticulous organizational structure for guarding and treasuries historically plausible, or is it an idealized religious account? 13. 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? 14. How did Israel acquire and maintain the gold for temple items (2 Chronicles 4:19-22) without external historical records? Discussion Questions 1. How does the organization of the Levites in 2 Chronicles 35:4 reflect God's desire for order in worship, and how can we apply this principle in our church services today?2. In what ways can we ensure that our worship practices align with biblical teachings, similar to Josiah's adherence to the instructions of David and Solomon? 3. How can the legacy of faith from previous generations, like that of David and Solomon, influence our spiritual journey and leadership today? 4. What steps can we take to initiate personal or communal revival, drawing inspiration from Josiah's reforms and return to Scripture? 5. How can we, as leaders or members of a faith community, encourage others to remain faithful to God's commands and foster an environment of spiritual growth?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 35:4 NIV2 Chronicles 35:4 NLT 2 Chronicles 35:4 ESV 2 Chronicles 35:4 NASB 2 Chronicles 35:4 KJV 2 Chronicles 35:4 Commentaries Bible Hub |



