1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:26?

2. How does 2 Kings 10:26 demonstrate God's judgment against idolatry?

3. What can we learn about obedience to God from Jehu's actions in 2 Kings 10?

4. How does this verse connect with the first commandment in Exodus 20:3?

5. In what ways can we remove modern "idols" from our lives today?

6. How does Jehu's zeal for God inspire our commitment to righteousness?

7. What does 2 Kings 10:26 reveal about God's judgment and justice?

8. How does 2 Kings 10:26 align with the theme of idolatry in the Bible?

9. Why did Jehu destroy the sacred pillar in 2 Kings 10:26?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10?

11. What are high places in the Bible?

12. What did Jehu do about Baal worship?

13. Where is the archaeological evidence for Jehu's widespread purge and the destruction of the Baal temple in 2 Kings 10:27?

14. Are the religious reforms in 2 Chronicles 23:16-21 historically credible, or do they reflect an idealized narrative from a later period?1. How does Jehu's destruction of the temple of Baal reflect God's command in Deuteronomy 12:3, and what does this teach us about dealing with sin in our lives?

2. In what ways can we demonstrate a zeal for the Lord similar to Jehu's, while ensuring our actions align with New Testament teachings of love and grace?

3. What are some modern-day "sacred pillars" or idols that can distract us from our relationship with God, and how can we effectively remove them?

4. How does the account of Jehu and the eradication of Baal worship encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty and His plans for justice?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to make a difficult decision to obey God. What were the challenges, and how did you see God's faithfulness through your obedience?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?

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