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As for the rest of the acts of Amaziah, from beginning to end, are they not written in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 25:26? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 25:26 emphasize the importance of documenting historical events? 3. What lessons can we learn from Amaziah's reign as recorded in 2 Chronicles 25? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 25:26 connect with other biblical records of kings? 5. Why is it important to study the "Book of the Kings of Judah"? 6. How can we apply the lessons from Amaziah's life to our leadership today? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 25:26? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 25:26 reflect the theme of divine justice? 9. What archaeological findings relate to the reign of King Amaziah? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 25? 11. How many stalls for horses did Solomon have? Forty thousand (I Kings 4:26) Four thousand (2 chronicles 9:25) 12. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) 13. Why do the numbers listed in 2 Chronicles 9:25 about Solomon's horses and chariots differ from related passages like 1 Kings 4:26? 14. In 2 Chronicles 25:14-15, why would Amaziah adopt the defeated Edomites' gods after witnessing their apparent failure to protect Edom? Discussion Questions 1. How does Amaziah's initial obedience to God compare to his later actions, and what can we learn from this about maintaining faithfulness? 2. In what ways does pride manifest in our lives today, and how can we guard against it, drawing from Amaziah's example? 3. How can studying the historical accounts of biblical figures like Amaziah help us in our spiritual growth and decision-making? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that our lives are a positive testimony to our faith, knowing that our actions are recorded by God? 5. How does the account of Amaziah connect with the expectations for leaders outlined in Deuteronomy 17:18-20, and what implications does this have for leadership in the church today? 2 Chronicles 25 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Amaziah's initial righteousness contribute to his early success as king? 2. What does Amaziah's decision to spare the children of his father's murderers reveal about him? 3. Discuss the significance of Amaziah's decision to dismiss the Israelite troops despite financial loss. How does this decision resonate in today's world? 4. Why did the dismissed Israelite soldiers raid towns in Judah, and what can we learn from their actions? 5. How does Amaziah's transition to worshipping the gods of Edom reflect his spiritual downfall? 6. What lessons can we learn from Amaziah's reaction to the warning of the prophet against his idolatry? 7. How might pride have contributed to Amaziah's challenge to King Jehoash? 8. How does Jehoash's response to Amaziah's challenge demonstrate wisdom? 9. Discuss the consequences of Amaziah's defeat to Jehoash. How could this situation have been avoided? 10. In what ways did Amaziah's choices lead to his eventual assassination? 11. How can we apply the lessons learned from Amaziah's life to our current lives? 12. What can we learn from the change in Amaziah's heart during his reign? 13. How does Amaziah's story show the importance of humility in spiritual leadership? 14. In today's world, what could be seen as parallel to Amaziah's idolatry? 15. Discuss the role of obedience and faith in the Christian journey using Amaziah's story as a reference. 16. What does Amaziah's life teach us about the dangers of pride and self-sufficiency? 17. How can we guard ourselves from the influences that led Amaziah astray? 18. How does Amaziah's story illustrate the consequences of disregarding prophetic warnings? 19. Discuss the importance of making alliances and partnerships that are in line with God's will. 20. How can we maintain our faith and obedience to God in times of success and abundance, as seen in Amaziah's early reign? Links 2 Chronicles 25:26 NIV 2 Chronicles 25:26 NLT 2 Chronicles 25:26 ESV 2 Chronicles 25:26 NASB 2 Chronicles 25:26 KJV 2 Chronicles 25:26 Commentaries Bible Hub