◄ 2 Kings 9:25 ►
And Jehu said to Bidkar his officer, "Pick him up and throw him into the field of Naboth the Jezreelite. For remember that when you and I were riding together behind his father Ahab, the LORD lifted up this burden against him: Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 9:25? 2. How does 2 Kings 9:25 fulfill Elijah's prophecy about Ahab's family? 3. What does Jehu's action in 2 Kings 9:25 reveal about God's justice? 4. How can we trust God's promises as seen in 2 Kings 9:25? 5. How does 2 Kings 9:25 connect to God's sovereignty over history? 6. How should believers respond to God's fulfilled promises in their own lives? 7. What is the significance of Jehu's actions in 2 Kings 9:25 for God's justice? 8. How does 2 Kings 9:25 reflect God's fulfillment of prophecy? 9. Why is Naboth's vineyard mentioned in 2 Kings 9:25? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 9? 11. How do we reconcile the harsh judgment carried out by Jehu in 2 Kings 9 with biblical themes of mercy and divine justice? 12. Why is Elijah’s prophecy (2 Kings 9:7–10) repeated and attributed to Elisha’s messenger, and does this create inconsistencies with earlier chapters? 13. Who was Naboth in the Bible? 14. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) Discussion Questions 1. How does the account of Naboth's vineyard in 1 Kings 21 provide context for understanding the events in 2 Kings 9:25? 2. What does Jehu's obedience to God's command teach us about the importance of following divine instructions, even when they are challenging? 3. In what ways does the fulfillment of God's judgment against Ahab's house encourage us to trust in God's justice today? 4. How can we apply the lessons of divine justice and consequences of sin in our personal lives and communities? 5. What other biblical examples can you find where God's sovereignty is demonstrated through the fulfillment of prophecy? How do these examples strengthen your faith? 2 Kings 9 Bible Study Questions 1. Why do you think Elisha chose Jehu to become king? 2. How does the prophecy and its fulfillment in this chapter reaffirm your faith in God's word? 3. Discuss the importance of Jehu's officers' response to his anointing. How does this reflect on leadership and followership? 4. What does the downfall of Ahab's house teach about the consequences of evil actions? 5. How can you apply the lessons from Jehu's story in modern times, especially in your professional or personal life? 6. In what ways does Jezebel's end reflect the biblical principle of "reaping what you sow"? 7. What parallels can you draw between Jehu's rebellion and modern struggles for power and justice? 8. How does this chapter highlight the significance of obedience to God's will? 9. Discuss the themes of divine retribution and prophecy fulfillment in the context of this chapter. 10. How can the consequences faced by Ahab's house serve as a deterrent to unrighteousness in today's world? 11. How might the turn of events in this chapter have affected the spiritual climate of Israel during Jehu's reign? 12. What do Joram's last moments reveal about his understanding of his family's sins? 13. Jehu was chosen by God to carry out his judgment. How does this speak to the idea that God uses individuals for specific tasks? 14. What lessons on leadership can be learned from the life of Jehu? 15. How do you reconcile the violent means by which Jehu accomplishes God's will with the concept of a loving and merciful God? 16. What lessons can modern leaders learn from the downfall of Ahab's house? 17. How does Jehu's response to his anointing demonstrate his faith and determination? 18. Considering Ahaziah's fate, how does this chapter reflect the dangers of keeping the wrong company? 19. Jezebel's defiance persisted until her death. What does this tell us about the hardened hearts of those living in sin? 20. In what ways does 2 Kings 9 challenge you to reassess your understanding of God's justice? Links 2 Kings 9:25 NIV 2 Kings 9:25 NLT 2 Kings 9:25 ESV 2 Kings 9:25 NASB 2 Kings 9:25 KJV 2 Kings 9:25 Commentaries Bible Hub