When he left there, he found Jehonadab son of Rechab, who was coming to meet him. Jehu greeted him and asked, "Is your heart as true to mine as my heart is to yours?" "It is!" Jehonadab replied. "If it is," said Jehu, "give me your hand." So he gave him his hand, and Jehu helped him into his chariot, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:15? 2. How does 2 Kings 10:15 demonstrate the importance of aligning with God's mission? 3. What can we learn from Jehu's invitation to Jehonadab about godly partnerships? 4. How does Jehu's zeal in 2 Kings 10:15 connect to Romans 12:11? 5. In what ways can we ensure our alliances honor God, as seen in 2 Kings 10:15? 6. How can Jehu's actions inspire us to pursue righteousness in our daily lives? 7. What is the significance of Jehu's alliance with Jehonadab in 2 Kings 10:15? 8. How does 2 Kings 10:15 reflect on the theme of loyalty and faithfulness? 9. Why does Jehu ask Jehonadab, "Is your heart as true to mine as my heart is to yours?" 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. Who was King Zechariah in the Bible? 12. Jeremiah 35:2 – How can this account be historically verified if no clear archaeological evidence of the Rechabites has been uncovered? 13. Jeremiah 35:19 – Does the promise of perpetual blessings for the Rechabites conflict with other scriptures that suggest Israel’s covenants can be broken? 14. Jeremiah 35:7 – How does the command never to build houses align with God’s directive for Israel to settle in the land (Numbers 33:53)? Discussion Questions 1. How does the encounter between Jehu and Jehonadab illustrate the importance of unity among believers in achieving God's purposes?2. In what ways can the faithfulness of the Rechabites, as seen in Jehonadab, inspire us to adhere to biblical principles in our daily lives? 3. What are some practical steps we can take to form alliances with others who are committed to living out God's will? 4. How can we, as leaders or influencers in our communities, invite others to join us in fulfilling God’s mission? 5. Reflect on a time when a partnership or friendship helped you grow in your faith. How can you cultivate similar relationships today?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 10:15 NIV2 Kings 10:15 NLT 2 Kings 10:15 ESV 2 Kings 10:15 NASB 2 Kings 10:15 KJV 2 Kings 10:15 Commentaries Bible Hub |



