◄ 2 Kings 22:15 ►
And Huldah said to them, "This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: 'Tell the man who sent you Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 22:15? 2. How does 2 Kings 22:15 demonstrate God's communication through His prophets today? 3. What role does obedience play in understanding God's message in 2 Kings 22:15? 4. How can we discern true prophetic messages, as seen in 2 Kings 22:15? 5. Connect 2 Kings 22:15 to other instances of prophetic guidance in the Bible. 6. How should we respond to God's messages, as exemplified in 2 Kings 22:15? 7. What is the significance of Huldah's prophecy in 2 Kings 22:15 for biblical prophecy? 8. How does 2 Kings 22:15 reflect the role of women in biblical narratives? 9. Why was Huldah chosen as a prophetess in 2 Kings 22:15 instead of other prophets? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 22? 11. Who was Micaiah in the Bible? 12. Why does no external archaeological record substantiate the dramatic religious reforms Josiah supposedly enacted in 2 Kings 22? 13. Is there any archaeological evidence that supports the massive labor force and vast resources described in 1 Chronicles 22:2 and verses 15-16? 14. Why is Huldah consulted instead of more prominent prophets in 2 Kings 22:14-20, and what does this imply about the narrative's historical credibility? Discussion Questions 1. How does the rediscovery of the Book of the Law in 2 Kings 22 challenge us to prioritize Scripture in our daily lives? 2. In what ways can we discern and respond to God's messages today, similar to how Josiah responded to Huldah's prophecy? 3. How does Huldah's role as a prophetess inform our understanding of the contributions of women in the church? 4. What parallels can we draw between Josiah's reforms and the call for personal and communal repentance in the New Testament? 5. How can we ensure that our response to God's Word is immediate and transformative, as demonstrated by King Josiah? 2 Kings 22 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Josiah's response to the Book of the Law reflect his character and his relationship with God? 2. Why is the discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple significant? 3. What role does Huldah play in this chapter? How does her prophecy affect the king? 4. Discuss the theme of repentance as reflected in King Josiah's actions. 5. How does this chapter demonstrate the effects of leadership on the spiritual state of a nation? 6. How can we apply the lessons of King Josiah's humility and repentance in our lives today? 7. How does Josiah's trust in the laborers during the temple repair reflect his leadership style? 8. Compare and contrast the reign of Josiah with his predecessors. What made him different? 9. How does the prophecy of Huldah about the impending disaster impact your understanding of divine justice? 10. Why do you think God decided to spare Josiah from the disaster? 11. How might the story have unfolded if the Book of the Law hadn't been found? 12. Discuss the relationship between obedience to God's laws and peace and prosperity in a nation. 13. In what ways does Josiah model the importance of seeking God's will when confronted with difficult truths? 14. How would you respond if you discovered your lifestyle was contrary to God's will, as Josiah did? 15. How can you apply the principles of repentance and reformation seen in Josiah's actions to modern societal problems? 16. In what ways do the responsibilities of leaders in biblical times parallel the responsibilities of leaders today? 17. How does Huldah's prophecy fit into the larger narrative of God's plan for His people? 18. Can you think of a time when you had to confront a difficult truth, like Josiah? How did you respond, and what did you learn? 19. How does this chapter show the importance of scripture in guiding religious and moral behavior? 20. How can we discern and respond to God's will in our lives today, as King Josiah did? Links 2 Kings 22:15 NIV 2 Kings 22:15 NLT 2 Kings 22:15 ESV 2 Kings 22:15 NASB 2 Kings 22:15 KJV 2 Kings 22:15 Commentaries Bible Hub