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to the carpenters, builders, and masons--to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 22:6? 2. How does 2 Kings 22:6 emphasize the importance of honesty in God's work? 3. What role does accountability play in the temple repairs in 2 Kings 22:6? 4. How can we apply the principle of trust from 2 Kings 22:6 today? 5. What other scriptures highlight the importance of integrity in stewardship and service? 6. How does 2 Kings 22:6 inspire us to support church maintenance efforts? 7. How does 2 Kings 22:6 reflect the importance of temple restoration in ancient Israelite society? 8. What does 2 Kings 22:6 reveal about the role of craftsmanship in biblical times? 9. Why is the integrity of workers emphasized in 2 Kings 22:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 22? 11. Is there any archaeological evidence that supports the massive labor force and vast resources described in 1 Chronicles 22:2 and verses 15-16? 12. In 1 Kings 22:43, why does the text imply Jehoshaphat removed high places when 2 Chronicles 20:33 suggests otherwise? 13. 2 Kings 6 overall: How do these grandiose miracles and supernatural events fit with the laws of nature and known history? 14. Comparing 2 Chronicles 18 with 1 Kings 22, how can both accounts be inerrant if they present varying details about the same event? Discussion Questions 1. How does the repair of the temple under Josiah's leadership inspire us to take action in our own communities or churches? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of stewardship to our personal lives and resources? 3. How does the involvement of skilled laborers in the temple repairs inform our understanding of the value of different vocations in God's kingdom? 4. What lessons can we learn from Josiah's commitment to restoring the temple that can be applied to maintaining our spiritual lives? 5. How can we encourage and participate in community efforts that align with God's purposes, similar to the collective work seen in the temple repairs? 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 22:6 NIV 2 Kings 22:6 NLT 2 Kings 22:6 ESV 2 Kings 22:6 NASB 2 Kings 22:6 KJV 2 Kings 22:6 Commentaries Bible Hub