1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 11:1?

2. How does Athaliah's actions in 2 Kings 11:1 reflect human sinfulness?

3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Athaliah's usurpation in 2 Kings 11:1?

4. How does 2 Kings 11:1 connect to God's promise to David's lineage?

5. How can we trust God's plan when facing evil, as seen in 2 Kings 11:1?

6. What steps can we take to prevent power from corrupting us, like Athaliah?

7. Why did Athaliah destroy the royal family in 2 Kings 11:1?

8. How does 2 Kings 11:1 reflect on God's protection of the Davidic line?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 11:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 11?

11. 2 Kings 11:12: How credible is the sudden public coronation of Joash without Athaliah’s prior knowledge?

12. 2 Kings 11:1: How could Athaliah have overlooked or failed to find Joash if she was determined to kill all royal heirs?

13. 2 Kings 11:21: Why is there no external documentation to verify Joash’s kingship after such a dramatic power shift?

14. In 2 Kings 12:3, why were the high places not removed if Jehoash was supposedly following God’s commands? 1. How does Athaliah's attempt to annihilate the royal heirs reflect the spiritual state of Judah at the time?

2. In what ways does God's intervention in preserving the Davidic line encourage you to trust in His promises today?

3. How can the account of Athaliah serve as a warning against the dangers of ambition and the pursuit of power in our own lives?

4. What role does righteous leadership play in maintaining spiritual integrity within a community or nation?

5. How can we apply the lessons of God's sovereignty and faithfulness from this passage to current challenges we face in our personal lives or society?1. How does Jehosheba's courage inspire you in the face of your own challenges?

2. Compare Athaliah's and Jehoiada's leadership styles. How can these be related to today's political and social leadership contexts?

3. How does the concept of divine justice manifest in this chapter, particularly in Athaliah's downfall?

4. In what ways does the story of Joash's survival reflect the preservation of the Davidic line and ultimately, the lineage of Jesus Christ?

5. How can we relate the destruction of Baal worship and the restoration of the worship of the LORD to our personal spiritual lives?

6. How does Jehoiada's role in this chapter reflect the importance of religious figures in political matters? How can we see this in today's world?

7. Why was it significant that Joash was hidden in the temple? What symbolism can you draw from this?

8. In your life, how can you emulate Jehoiada's sense of duty and commitment to what is right?

9. What does this chapter teach about the importance of having the right people in power?

10. How does this chapter show that God is ultimately in control, even when it seems that evil is reigning?

11. How can you apply Jehosheba's and Jehoiada's selflessness in your personal life or community?

12. Discuss the importance of making covenants in today's religious and social contexts, drawing from Jehoiada's covenant with the LORD, the king, and the people.

13. How does Joash's crowning ceremony relate to the concept of 'rightful kingship' in a divine sense?

14. In what ways does this chapter teach us to handle power and authority responsibly?

15. How can this chapter be used as a tool to reflect on political corruption and social justice issues in our present day?

16. Discuss the significance of the phrase "Treason! Treason!" from Athaliah in today's context.

17. How can we ensure the preservation of truth and justice in our societies, akin to Jehoiada's preservation of the Davidic line?

18. What lessons can we learn from the public reaction to Joash's coronation?

19. What are some modern-day 'Baals' in our societies, and how can we work towards their elimination?

20. How does the peace in Jerusalem after Joash's coronation inspire hope for resolution in the midst of our own societal or personal conflicts?

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