He even pulled down the altar at Bethel, the high place set up by Jeroboam son of Nebat, who had caused Israel to sin. Then he burned the high place, ground it to powder, and burned the Asherah pole. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 23:15? 2. How does 2 Kings 23:15 demonstrate the importance of removing idolatry from our lives? 3. What does Josiah's action in 2 Kings 23:15 teach about obedience to God's commands? 4. How can we apply Josiah's zeal for God in our daily lives? 5. What scriptural connections exist between 2 Kings 23:15 and the First Commandment? 6. How does 2 Kings 23:15 inspire us to confront sin in our communities? 7. Why did Josiah destroy the altar at Bethel in 2 Kings 23:15? 8. How does 2 Kings 23:15 reflect on idolatry in ancient Israel? 9. What archaeological evidence supports the events in 2 Kings 23:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 23? 11. What is the significance of Kidron Valley? 12. If Josiah destroyed so many idolatrous sites (2 Kings 23:4–20), why is there little archaeological evidence of such widespread destruction? 13. What archaeological evidence supports or questions the existence of Jeroboam’s golden calves in 1 Kings 12:28? 14. (2 Chronicles 34:3) Is there historical or archeological evidence to confirm Josiah’s widespread destruction of pagan sites? Discussion Questions 1. How does Josiah's destruction of the altar at Bethel reflect his commitment to God, and what can we learn from his example about dealing with sin in our own lives?2. In what ways can modern-day Christians identify and remove "high places" or idols that may exist in their lives today? 3. How does the account of Jeroboam and the golden calves serve as a warning about the consequences of leading others into sin? 4. What role does Scripture play in guiding us to make reforms in our personal and communal lives, as seen in Josiah's actions? 5. How can we, as individuals and as a church community, ensure that we are leaving a legacy of faithfulness rather than sin for future generations?1. How did King Josiah react when he heard the words of the Book of the Covenant? 2. How can King Josiah's actions inspire Christians today to eradicate sinful habits in their lives? 3. How did the people of Judah and Jerusalem respond to Josiah's call for covenant renewal? 4. Discuss the significance of the Passover celebration in the time of King Josiah. 5. In what ways did King Josiah strive to abolish idolatry from Judah? 6. Despite Josiah's reforms, why does God's judgment remain on Judah? 7. What can we learn about the seriousness of sin from God's continued anger towards Judah? 8. How does Josiah's death reflect on his life and reign? 9. What lessons can we learn about obedience and disobedience from King Josiah's reign? 10. How does the prophecy fulfillment in this chapter contribute to the larger biblical narrative? 11. How can we apply the principles of covenant renewal to our personal faith journeys? 12. How does King Josiah’s zeal for reformation inspire you in your faith? 13. How can we eradicate 'idolatry' in modern terms from our lives, similar to Josiah's reform? 14. Despite our best efforts to follow God, why might we still face consequences for past sins? 15. How can the story of King Josiah influence our understanding of God's justice and mercy? 16. What can Josiah's response to the discovered scripture teach us about receiving God's Word today? 17. In what ways can we ensure we are not merely hearing but also implementing God’s word in our lives? 18. How might you, as a Christian, honor God's covenant in your daily life similar to Josiah's efforts? 19. How does Josiah's commitment to the Passover impact your understanding of Christian traditions today? 20. How can King Josiah’s reign influence your understanding of leadership from a Christian perspective? Links 2 Kings 23:15 NIV2 Kings 23:15 NLT 2 Kings 23:15 ESV 2 Kings 23:15 NASB 2 Kings 23:15 KJV 2 Kings 23:15 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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