1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 36:1?

2. How does Jehoahaz's reign reflect God's sovereignty in 2 Chronicles 36:1?

3. What lessons can we learn from the people's choice of Jehoahaz as king?

4. How does Jehoahaz's reign compare to other kings in Judah's history?

5. What does 2 Chronicles 36:1 teach about leadership and God's will?

6. How can we apply the people's decision-making process to our own lives?

7. Why was Jehoahaz chosen as king by the people of Judah in 2 Chronicles 36:1?

8. How does Jehoahaz's reign reflect the spiritual state of Judah at the time?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 36:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 36?

11. Does Daniel 9 conflict with other Old Testament references regarding the exile and restoration of the Jewish people?

12. Who was King Jehoahaz in biblical history?

13. Who were Josiah's sons?

14. Could the metaphorical language in Ezekiel 19 reflect scientific or historical inaccuracies about the fate of these “lion cubs”?1. What can we learn from the contrast between Josiah's and Jehoahaz's reigns about the impact of personal faith on leadership?

2. How does the role of "the people of the land" in selecting Jehoahaz as king inform our understanding of communal responsibility in leadership decisions today?

3. In what ways does Jehoahaz's account illustrate the consequences of failing to adhere to God's laws, as outlined in Deuteronomy 17:14-20?

4. How can we apply the lessons from Jehoahaz's reign to our own lives, particularly in terms of seeking and supporting godly leadership?

5. Reflecting on the transience of Jehoahaz's power, how can we ensure that our focus remains on God's eternal kingdom rather than on temporary earthly positions?1. How does the behavior of the last four kings of Judah demonstrate the consequences of disobedience to God?

2. How could have Judah avoided the tragic end depicted in 2 Chronicles 36?

3. How did the actions of Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah affect the people they were leading?

4. How does God use foreign rulers like Nebuchadnezzar and Cyrus to fulfill His purposes?

5. What is the significance of the 70 years of exile?

6. How is the concept of a 'sabbath rest' demonstrated through the Babylonian exile?

7. How does the fall of Jerusalem in this chapter demonstrate the serious nature of God's judgment?

8. In what ways does God show His mercy in this chapter, despite the judgement?

9. How does the prophecy of Jeremiah come to pass in this chapter, and what does this tell us about the nature of prophecy in the Bible?

10. How is Cyrus used as a vessel for God's deliverance?

11. In modern times, how might leaders' actions have far-reaching consequences for the people they lead?

12. How might the Babylonian exile be reflected in contemporary experiences of displacement or forced migration?

13. How can we remain hopeful in times of crisis, as the people of Judah may have felt during the exile?

14. How does God's fulfillment of His promises in this chapter reassure you about promises He has made elsewhere in the Bible?

15. How might the idea of a 'sabbath rest' apply to your personal life and modern society?

16. How can we heed warnings from God in our lives, unlike the people of Judah in 2 Chronicles 36?

17. How does the chronicler's account of the destruction of Jerusalem impact your understanding of the consequences of collective disobedience?

18. What can we learn from the mercy God shows to the people of Judah despite their rebellion?

19. How do you see God working through non-believers or unlikely individuals, similar to Cyrus, in the world today?

20. How does the ending of Chronicles inspire you to trust in God's faithfulness and promises?

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