So Jehu killed everyone in Jezreel who remained of the house of Ahab, as well as all his great men and close friends and priests, leaving him without a single survivor. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:11? 2. How does 2 Kings 10:11 demonstrate God's judgment against Ahab's house? 3. What lessons can we learn from Jehu's actions in 2 Kings 10:11? 4. How does 2 Kings 10:11 connect to God's promise in 1 Kings 21:21? 5. In what ways can we apply Jehu's obedience to our own lives today? 6. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in 2 Kings 10:11 strengthen our faith? 7. Why did Jehu kill all of Ahab's family in 2 Kings 10:11? 8. How does 2 Kings 10:11 align with God's justice and mercy? 9. What historical evidence supports the events in 2 Kings 10:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. How can the depiction of divine judgment in 2 Kings 10 be reconciled with later passages emphasizing mercy and forgiveness? 12. How do we reconcile Hosea 1:4-5 with 2 Kings 10:30, where Jehu is commended, yet here his dynasty is condemned? 13. Why does God apparently endorse Jehu's violent actions in 2 Kings 10:30, when other passages condemn such bloodshed? 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 Jehu's role as an instrument of God's judgment challenge or affirm your understanding of divine justice?2. In what ways can we identify and remove "idols" in our own lives, drawing from the example of Ahab's downfall? 3. How can we ensure that our actions align with God's will, especially when faced with difficult decisions? 4. What lessons can we learn from the influence of Ahab's supporters on his reign, and how can we apply these lessons to our own relationships and community involvement? 5. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in this passage encourage you to trust in God's sovereignty and faithfulness in your own life?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 10:11 NIV2 Kings 10:11 NLT 2 Kings 10:11 ESV 2 Kings 10:11 NASB 2 Kings 10:11 KJV 2 Kings 10:11 Commentaries Bible Hub |



