select the best and most worthy son of your master, set him on his father's throne, and fight for your master's house." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:3? 2. How does 2 Kings 10:3 illustrate the importance of wise leadership selection? 3. What qualities should leaders possess according to 2 Kings 10:3? 4. How does 2 Kings 10:3 connect to God's sovereignty in leadership? 5. How can we apply the principles of 2 Kings 10:3 in church leadership? 6. What does 2 Kings 10:3 teach about accountability in choosing leaders? 7. How does 2 Kings 10:3 reflect God's justice in the Old Testament? 8. What does 2 Kings 10:3 reveal about leadership and responsibility in biblical times? 9. How does the command in 2 Kings 10:3 align with God's character? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. In 2 Samuel 9:3, how do we reconcile David's swift willingness to help Saul's descendant with the longstanding hostilities described elsewhere in 1 and 2 Samuel? 12. How can one reconcile the temple-building timeline in 1 Kings 5:5 with different dates given in other biblical passages? 13. Jeremiah 7:30-31: How does the practice of child sacrifice in this passage reconcile with the lack of supporting historical records outside the Bible? 14. How do we reconcile the timeline of Josiah's reign in 2 Kings 22:1 with other historical and biblical sources referencing his lineage and age? Discussion Questions 1. How does the destruction of Ahab's house illustrate the principle of divine justice, and what can we learn about God's character from this event?2. In what ways does the responsibility of the elders and guardians in 2 Kings 10:3 reflect the responsibilities of leaders today? 3. How can we apply Jehu's courage and obedience in our own lives when faced with difficult tasks or decisions? 4. What are some modern forms of idolatry that can lead us away from God, and how can we guard against them? 5. How does understanding God's sovereignty in the events of 2 Kings 10:3 provide comfort and assurance in our own lives?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 10:3 NIV2 Kings 10:3 NLT 2 Kings 10:3 ESV 2 Kings 10:3 NASB 2 Kings 10:3 KJV 2 Kings 10:3 Commentaries Bible Hub |



