And the guards stood with weapons in hand surrounding the king by the altar and the temple, from the south side to the north side of the temple. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 11:11? 2. How does 2 Kings 11:11 demonstrate God's protection over His chosen leaders? 3. What role do the guards play in God's plan in 2 Kings 11:11? 4. How can we apply the vigilance of the guards to our spiritual lives? 5. What other biblical instances show God using people to protect His anointed? 6. How does this verse encourage us to stand firm in our faith today? 7. What is the significance of the temple guards' role in 2 Kings 11:11? 8. How does 2 Kings 11:11 reflect God's protection over His chosen leaders? 9. Why were the guards positioned around the king in 2 Kings 11:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 11? 11. 2 Kings 11:8: What evidence confirms that such a detailed guard formation around Joash actually took place? 12. How does Daniel 11:2 reconcile with history when it only mentions four Persian kings, despite records of more? 13. 2 Kings 11:1: How could Athaliah have overlooked or failed to find Joash if she was determined to kill all royal heirs? 14. Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14-17? Discussion Questions 1. How does the protection of Joash in the temple reflect God's protective nature in our own lives?2. In what ways can we be faithful in the roles and responsibilities God has given us, similar to the guards in this passage? 3. How does the account of Joash's preservation and coronation demonstrate God's sovereignty over human affairs? 4. What role does worship play in your life, and how can you ensure it remains central as it was in the temple? 5. How can we exhibit courage in our leadership and stand for righteousness in our communities, as Jehoiada did?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? Links 2 Kings 11:11 NIV2 Kings 11:11 NLT 2 Kings 11:11 ESV 2 Kings 11:11 NASB 2 Kings 11:11 KJV 2 Kings 11:11 Commentaries Bible Hub |



