Furthermore, Josiah removed the mediums and spiritists, the household gods and idols, and all the abominations that were seen in the land of Judah and in Jerusalem. He did this to carry out the words of the law written in the book that Hilkiah the priest had found in the house of the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 23:24? 2. How did Josiah's reforms in 2 Kings 23:24 demonstrate obedience to God's law? 3. What modern "idols" should we remove to align with Josiah's actions in 2 Kings? 4. How does 2 Kings 23:24 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 5. What steps can we take to ensure our homes honor God like Josiah's reforms? 6. How can Josiah's actions inspire personal spiritual renewal in today's Christian life? 7. How does 2 Kings 23:24 reflect King Josiah's commitment to religious reform in Judah? 8. What significance do the household gods and idols hold in 2 Kings 23:24? 9. How does 2 Kings 23:24 demonstrate the importance of obedience to God's law? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 23? 11. Are there historical or archaeological indications that support—or contradict—the existence of a private shrine and idol-based worship like Micah’s described in Judges 17? 12. In Genesis 31:19, what historical evidence supports the existence or importance of household gods (teraphim), and how does it reconcile with monotheism? 13. What are teraphim? 14. What are the family idols mentioned in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. What specific actions did Josiah take to remove idolatry from Judah, and how can we apply similar principles in our lives today?2. How does Josiah's commitment to the Book of the Law challenge us to prioritize Scripture in our daily decisions? 3. In what ways can we demonstrate courage in confronting cultural practices that contradict biblical teachings? 4. How can we identify and remove "idols" in our own lives that may hinder our relationship with God? 5. What role does repentance play in our spiritual growth, and how can we ensure it leads to genuine transformation?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 23:24 NIV2 Kings 23:24 NLT 2 Kings 23:24 ESV 2 Kings 23:24 NASB 2 Kings 23:24 KJV 2 Kings 23:24 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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