◄ 2 Kings 15:35 ►
Nevertheless, the high places were not taken away; the people continued sacrificing and burning incense there. Jotham rebuilt the Upper Gate of the house of the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 15:35? 2. How did Jotham's actions align with God's commands in 2 Kings 15:35? 3. What does "the high places were not removed" reveal about Israel's spiritual state? 4. How can we ensure our worship aligns with God's standards today? 5. Compare Jotham's reign to other kings who "did right" in God's eyes. 6. What modern "high places" might distract us from fully obeying God? 7. Why did the high places remain in 2 Kings 15:35 despite Jotham's righteous actions? 8. How does 2 Kings 15:35 reflect on the effectiveness of Jotham's reign? 9. What theological implications arise from the people's continued sacrifices in high places? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 15? 11. How can 2 Chronicles 27:1–2 claim Jotham faithfully followed God if “the high places” were not removed, suggesting partial disobedience? 12. In 1 Kings 15:14, why are the high places said to remain, yet 2 Chronicles 14:3 claims Asa removed them? 13. In 1 Kings 22:43, why does the text imply Jehoshaphat removed high places when 2 Chronicles 20:33 suggests otherwise? 14. Is there any archaeological evidence to verify Jotham's construction projects mentioned in 2 Chronicles 27:3-4, or are these works historically unattested? Discussion Questions 1. What does Jotham's failure to remove the high places teach us about the importance of complete obedience to God's commands? 2. How can we apply the lesson of Jotham's partial obedience to our own lives, especially in areas where we might be compromising? 3. In what ways can leaders today influence the spiritual direction of their communities, and what can we learn from Jotham's example? 4. How does the construction of the Upper Gate reflect Jotham's priorities, and what does this teach us about investing in our spiritual lives? 5. Considering the recurring issue of high places in Judah, what steps can we take to identify and remove "high places" or idols in our own lives? 2 Kings 15 Bible Study Questions 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 15:35 NIV 2 Kings 15:35 NLT 2 Kings 15:35 ESV 2 Kings 15:35 NASB 2 Kings 15:35 KJV 2 Kings 15:35 Commentaries Bible Hub