But Jehosheba daughter of King Joram, the sister of Ahaziah, took Joash son of Ahaziah and stole him away from among the sons of the king who were being murdered. She put him and his nurse in a bedroom to hide him from Athaliah, and he was not killed. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 11:2? 2. How does Jehosheba's action in 2 Kings 11:2 demonstrate courage and faith? 3. What can we learn from Jehosheba about protecting God's chosen leaders today? 4. How does Jehosheba's role connect to God's promise to David's lineage? 5. In what ways can we act to preserve God's work in our communities? 6. How does Jehosheba's story inspire us to trust God's plan amidst danger? 7. How does 2 Kings 11:2 demonstrate God's protection over the Davidic line? 8. Why was Joash hidden in the temple for six years according to 2 Kings 11:2? 9. What role did Jehosheba play in preserving the Davidic lineage in 2 Kings 11:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 11? 11. Who was King Joash in the Bible? 12. 2 Kings 11:12: How credible is the sudden public coronation of Joash without Athaliah’s prior knowledge? 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. Who was Athaliah in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jehosheba's act of courage inspire you to stand firm in your faith, even when faced with personal risk?2. In what ways can you see God's providence at work in your own life, similar to how He preserved Joash? 3. How can you ensure that your actions today positively impact future generations, as Jehosheba's did? 4. Reflect on a time when God was working behind the scenes in your life. How did patience and trust play a role in that situation? 5. How can the church today better recognize and support the contributions of women in fulfilling God's purposes?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 11:2 NIV2 Kings 11:2 NLT 2 Kings 11:2 ESV 2 Kings 11:2 NASB 2 Kings 11:2 KJV 2 Kings 11:2 Commentaries Bible Hub |



