And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Amaziah had done. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 15:3? 2. How did Azariah's actions align with "what was right in the eyes of the LORD"? 3. What can we learn from Azariah's obedience for our daily walk with God? 4. How does 2 Kings 15:3 connect with Deuteronomy 6:18 about doing right? 5. In what ways can we ensure our actions please God like Azariah's did? 6. What role does obedience play in maintaining a godly legacy, as seen in Azariah's reign? 7. How does 2 Kings 15:3 reflect the overall faithfulness of King Azariah's reign? 8. Why is King Azariah's adherence to God's commands significant in 2 Kings 15:3? 9. What does 2 Kings 15:3 reveal about the spiritual state of Israel during Azariah's reign? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 15? 11. How do we reconcile the timeline of Amaziah's reign in 2 Kings 14:2-3 with conflicting data in other historical sources? 12. 2 Chronicles 13 compared with 1 Kings 15:3 - Why does Abijah appear more faithful in Chronicles than in Kings, and what might explain this seeming discrepancy? 13. In 1 Kings 15:14, why are the high places said to remain, yet 2 Chronicles 14:3 claims Asa removed them? 14. Who was Azariah in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Azariah's reign compare to that of his father Amaziah, and what lessons can we learn about generational influence in our own lives?2. What are the "high places" in our own lives that we might be neglecting to remove, and how can we address them? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our leadership, whether in the home, church, or community, aligns with what is right in the eyes of the LORD? 4. How does the account of Azariah's reign in 2 Chronicles 26 expand our understanding of his character and leadership? 5. How can we apply the principle of complete obedience to God in our daily walk, and what scriptures can guide us in this pursuit?1. Compare and contrast the reigns of the kings in Judah and Israel. What were the key differences in their leadership styles and outcomes? 2. How does the constant change in leadership impact Israel and Judah, both politically and spiritually? 3. What can we learn from the failure of many kings to remove high places in their lands? 4. Discuss the role of divine judgment in the political turmoil experienced by Israel and Judah. 5. How does 2 Kings 15 relate to today's political and spiritual landscape? 6. How does the cycle of violence, demonstrated by the assassination of kings, reflect the state of Israel's society during this period? 7. How could different outcomes have been achieved by the various kings mentioned if they remained faithful to God’s commandments? 8. Discuss the significance of Menahem's tribute to the Assyrian king. What does this indicate about Israel's relationship with Assyria and its political standing at the time? 9. How would you handle a leadership transition in your life or community, informed by the examples in 2 Kings 15? 10. How does this chapter inform our understanding of God's sovereignty amidst political instability? 11. What can we learn about God’s character from His responses to idolatry in Israel and Judah? 12. How can the principles from 2 Kings 15 guide your response to today's societal sins? 13. How does the prophecy fulfilled through Jehu’s dynasty (2 Kings 10:30) relate to God's faithfulness and sovereignty? 14. What lessons can modern leaders learn from the kings' frequently failing to uphold righteousness? 15. How might the reign of these kings have been different if they had sought counsel from God? 16. What are some ways you can promote faithfulness and obedience to God within your sphere of influence? 17. How does the political turmoil and violence in 2 Kings 15 inform your perspective on current global conflicts? 18. What can the church today learn from the ongoing idolatry and disobedience in ancient Israel and Judah? 19. In what ways does the punishment of God in these kingdoms encourage you to evaluate your personal faithfulness to God? 20. Given the repetitious cycle of sin seen in the kings, how can we break similar cycles in our lives and societies today? Links 2 Kings 15:3 NIV2 Kings 15:3 NLT 2 Kings 15:3 ESV 2 Kings 15:3 NASB 2 Kings 15:3 KJV 2 Kings 15:3 Commentaries Bible Hub |



