Know, then, that not a word the LORD has spoken against the house of Ahab will fail, for the LORD has done what He promised through His servant Elijah." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:10? 2. How does 2 Kings 10:10 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His word? 3. What lessons about divine justice can we learn from 2 Kings 10:10? 4. How does 2 Kings 10:10 connect with God's promises in 1 Kings 21:19? 5. How can we apply the certainty of God's word in our daily lives? 6. In what ways does 2 Kings 10:10 encourage trust in God's sovereign plans? 7. How does 2 Kings 10:10 demonstrate God's fulfillment of prophecy? 8. What does 2 Kings 10:10 reveal about God's justice? 9. How does 2 Kings 10:10 relate to the theme of divine retribution? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. How does 2 Kings 10:1–11 reconcile mass slaughter with the broader biblical prohibition against murder? 12. Could dogs literally devour Jezebel's body as described in 2 Kings 9:33-35, or might this be symbolic hyperbole? 13. How do we reconcile Hosea 1:4-5 with 2 Kings 10:30, where Jehu is commended, yet here his dynasty is condemned? 14. 2 Kings 15:12 references a prophecy fulfilled through Jehu's dynasty--how do we address claims that the text was written or edited post-event to appear prophetic? Discussion Questions 1. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in 2 Kings 10:10 encourage you to trust in God's promises today?2. In what ways can the account of Ahab's house serve as a warning against idolatry and disobedience in our own lives? 3. How does understanding the role of prophets in the Old Testament help us appreciate the messages of modern-day spiritual leaders? 4. What are some areas in your life where you need to be reminded of God's sovereignty and justice? 5. How can you apply the lessons from the destruction of Ahab's house to ensure you are living in alignment with God's will?1. How do you reconcile the violence Jehu uses to fulfill God's prophecy with the concept of a loving and merciful God? 2. Why do you think Jehu chose to destroy Baal worship in such a deceitful manner? Was it necessary? 3. How does Jehu's selective obedience to God's commands reflect our personal struggles with sin and obedience today? 4. What parallels can you draw between the idolatry of Baal and modern-day idolatries? How can we actively "purge" these from our lives? 5. Why do you think Jehu failed to fully rid Israel of its idolatrous practices? What kept him from complete obedience? 6. How does Jehu's life reflect the adage "the end justifies the means"? Do you agree with this in the context of his actions? 7. What lessons can we learn from the officials of Jezreel who complied with Jehu's request? 8. How can we, in our modern society, stand up against societal "Baals" that are contrary to God's commands? 9. Jehu's zeal was initially applauded but later condemned. Discuss how zeal can be both positive and negative in a spiritual journey. 10. In what ways can the church today work towards rooting out modern-day 'Baal worship' within its ranks? 11. What are the potential dangers of political alliances in religious contexts, as seen in Jehu's alliance with Jehonadab? 12. How does Jehu's partial obedience reflect the importance of total commitment to God's instructions in our lives today? 13. Reflect on the passage's statement that Jehu "did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam". Why is it so challenging to break free from longstanding sins? 14. How do the actions of Jehu teach us about the repercussions of half-hearted obedience to God's instructions? 15. Compare and contrast Jehu’s leadership with the leadership of a current public figure. What similarities and differences do you see? 16. How does the narrative of Jehu’s actions in 2 Kings 10 encourage personal introspection? 17. How does the concept of divine retribution portrayed in 2 Kings 10 resonate with contemporary Christian beliefs? 18. How can we ensure that our zeal for God does not lead to misinterpretation or misuse of His instructions? 19. Discuss the responsibility that comes with leadership roles in the context of Jehu's kingship. 20. How should we respond when we, like Jehu, fall short of complete obedience to God's commands? Links 2 Kings 10:10 NIV2 Kings 10:10 NLT 2 Kings 10:10 ESV 2 Kings 10:10 NASB 2 Kings 10:10 KJV 2 Kings 10:10 Commentaries Bible Hub |



