He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother's name was Jerusha daughter of Zadok. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 15:33? 2. How can we emulate Jotham's obedience to God in our daily lives? 3. What lessons from Jotham's reign can strengthen our faith and leadership? 4. How does Jotham's story in 2 Kings 15:33 connect to Deuteronomy 5:16? 5. In what ways can we ensure our actions align with God's commandments today? 6. How does Jotham's example encourage us to uphold righteousness despite surrounding corruption? 7. How does 2 Kings 15:33 fit into the overall narrative of Israel's kingship history? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 15:33? 9. Why is Jotham's reign significant in the context of 2 Kings 15:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 15? 11. How can 2 Chronicles 16:1 claim Baasha attacked Judah in Asa's thirty-sixth year if 1 Kings 15:33 indicates Baasha died years earlier? 12. In what year of King Asa's reign did Baasha, King of Israel die? Twenty-sixth year (I Kings 15:33 - 16:8) Still alive in the thirty-sixth year (2 Chronicles 16:1) 13. How can 2 Chronicles 27:1-2 claim Jotham faithfully followed God if 'the high places' were not removed, suggesting partial disobedience? 14. How does the brief reign of Jotham in 2 Chronicles 27 align with known historical timelines, and why are external sources silent on his rule? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jotham's age at the start of his reign influence your understanding of his leadership qualities and challenges?2. In what ways can the influence of a godly family, as seen with Jerusha and Zadok, impact one's spiritual journey today? 3. How does Jotham's reign compare to other kings of Judah in terms of faithfulness to God, and what lessons can we learn from this comparison? 4. What are the "high places" in our lives that we might be neglecting to remove, and how can we address them? 5. How can we apply the lessons from Jotham's reign to our roles in leadership, whether in the church, family, or community?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 15:33 NIV2 Kings 15:33 NLT 2 Kings 15:33 ESV 2 Kings 15:33 NASB 2 Kings 15:33 KJV 2 Kings 15:33 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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