◄ 2 Kings 14:29 ►
And Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And his son Zechariah reigned in his place. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 14:29? 2. How does 2 Kings 14:29 illustrate God's sovereignty over Israel's leadership transitions? 3. What lessons can we learn from Jeroboam's reign ending in 2 Kings 14:29? 4. How does 2 Kings 14:29 connect to God's promises to Israel's kings? 5. How can we apply the leadership transition in 2 Kings 14:29 today? 6. What does 2 Kings 14:29 teach about the consequences of a leader's actions? 7. What is the significance of Jeroboam's death in 2 Kings 14:29 for Israel's history? 8. How does 2 Kings 14:29 reflect God's judgment and mercy? 9. Why is Jeroboam's reign detailed in the annals of the kings of Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 14? 11. Amos 7:11 – The text predicts Jeroboam’s death by the sword; does this claim conflict with other biblical or extra-biblical accounts regarding Jeroboam’s end? 12. Why does 2 Kings 14:8-14 record Amaziah's defeat by Israel if he was said to do right in the eyes of the LORD (2 Kings 14:3)? 13. 2 Kings 15:1 begins Azariah's reign in Jeroboam II's 27th year, yet surrounding passages suggest conflicting dates--how can these discrepancies be resolved? 14. Does God change his mind? I Samuel 15:10-11, 15:35, and Genesis 6:6-7 suggest yes, while I Samuel 15:29 suggests no. How do these contradictions reconcile? Discussion Questions 1. How does the transition of power from Jeroboam II to Zechariah illustrate the temporary nature of human leadership, and how can this perspective influence our daily lives? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our personal success does not lead to spiritual decline, as seen in the reign of Jeroboam II? 3. How does the fulfillment of God's promise to Jehu in the succession of Zechariah encourage us to trust in God's promises today? 4. What lessons can we learn from the spiritual and political climate of Israel during Jeroboam II's reign that apply to our current societal context? 5. Reflect on your own leadership roles. What steps can you take to ensure that your legacy is one of faithfulness to God rather than spiritual compromise? 2 Kings 14 Bible Study Questions 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? Links 2 Kings 14:29 NIV 2 Kings 14:29 NLT 2 Kings 14:29 ESV 2 Kings 14:29 NASB 2 Kings 14:29 KJV 2 Kings 14:29 Commentaries Bible Hub