1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 14:11?

2. How does 2 Kings 14:11 demonstrate the consequences of prideful actions?

3. What can we learn from Amaziah's decision to confront Jehoash in 2 Kings 14:11?

4. How does 2 Kings 14:11 relate to Proverbs 16:18 about pride?

5. How can we apply the lesson of humility from 2 Kings 14:11 today?

6. What does "face each other in battle" teach about seeking God's guidance first?

7. Why did Amaziah ignore Jehoash's warning in 2 Kings 14:11?

8. What does 2 Kings 14:11 teach about pride and its consequences?

9. How does 2 Kings 14:11 reflect the historical conflict between Judah and Israel?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 14?

11. Who was King Amaziah in the Bible?

12. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)?

13. Where is the archaeological proof that Amaziah seized the city of Sela (2 Kings 14:7)?

14. Why does 2 Kings 14:3 say Amaziah followed God while 2 Chronicles 25:14 depicts him turning to idols?1. What can we learn from Amaziah's refusal to listen to counsel, and how can we apply this lesson in our daily lives?

2. How does the account of Amaziah and Jehoash illustrate the biblical principle of pride leading to a fall? Can you think of other biblical examples?

3. In what ways can we ensure that we are open to receiving and acting upon godly counsel in our lives?

4. How does understanding God's sovereignty help us navigate conflicts and challenges in our own lives?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a decision similar to Amaziah's. What did you learn from that experience, and how can it inform your future choices?1. How did Amaziah's actions reflect the balance of justice and mercy in Deuteronomy 24:16?

2. In verses 7-14, how did pride and ambition lead to Amaziah's downfall?

3. How does Jehoash's parable speak to the potential consequences of overestimating one's strength or capabilities?

4. How does the story of Amaziah challenge us to consider our response to warnings and advice today?

5. How did the consequences of Amaziah's defiance affect not just him but the whole of Judah?

6. Considering verses 15-22, how does the transfer of power in these verses reflect on the stability or instability of leadership in Israel and Judah?

7. How do the reigns of these kings reflect their spiritual state and their relationship with God?

8. What lessons can we take from the life of Jeroboam II, particularly with respect to God’s mercy and punishment?

9. How does Jonah’s prophecy and its fulfillment showcase God's compassion despite the failures of Israel's leadership?

10. How does this chapter contribute to our understanding of God's sovereignty and patience with His people?

11. How might the outcomes of these leaders' actions have been different if they had wholly followed the Lord's commandments?

12. How can we apply the lessons about pride and humility from this chapter to our lives today?

13. In today's society, where can we see the consequences of leaders ignoring wise counsel, similar to Amaziah?

14. What do the events of this chapter teach us about the relationship between our actions and their consequences?

15. How do the reigns of Amaziah and Jeroboam II inform our understanding of the relationship between political power and spiritual obedience?

16. In what ways do the themes of mercy and judgment manifest in our own lives?

17. What aspects of God's character can we learn from His treatment of Israel and Judah in this chapter?

18. How might we interpret and apply the prophetic messages in this chapter in our current context?

19. How does this chapter inspire us to act differently in positions of leadership or influence?

20. In your personal life, how can you prevent ambition from leading to pride and downfall as it did with Amaziah?

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