Yet Jehu was not careful to follow the instruction of the LORD, the God of Israel, with all his heart. He did not turn away from the sins that Jeroboam had caused Israel to commit. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:31? 2. How did Jehu's actions in 2 Kings 10:31 reflect his heart towards God? 3. What does 2 Kings 10:31 teach about the importance of wholehearted obedience? 4. How can we avoid Jehu's mistake of not following "the Law of the LORD"? 5. What other biblical figures failed to follow God wholeheartedly like Jehu? 6. How can we ensure our actions align with God's commands in daily life? 7. Why did Jehu fail to follow the law of the LORD wholeheartedly in 2 Kings 10:31? 8. How does Jehu's partial obedience in 2 Kings 10:31 reflect on his character and leadership? 9. What does 2 Kings 10:31 teach about the consequences of incomplete devotion to God? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. Who was King Jehoahaz in biblical history? 12. Why does God apparently endorse Jehu’s violent actions in 2 Kings 10:30, when other passages condemn such bloodshed? 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. In what ways did Jehu demonstrate zeal for God, and where did he fall short? How can we ensure our zeal aligns with God's will?2. How does the account of Jehu challenge us to examine areas of partial obedience in our own lives? 3. What modern-day "idols" might we be tolerating, and how can we actively work to remove them? 4. How can leaders today learn from Jehu's example to ensure they lead with integrity and full commitment to God's ways? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced the consequences of partial obedience. How did it affect your relationship with God, and what steps did you take to correct it?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 10:31 NIV2 Kings 10:31 NLT 2 Kings 10:31 ESV 2 Kings 10:31 NASB 2 Kings 10:31 KJV 2 Kings 10:31 Commentaries Bible Hub |



