◄ 2 Kings 15:7 ►
And Azariah rested with his fathers and was buried near them in the City of David. And his son Jotham reigned in his place. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 15:7? 2. How does 2 Kings 15:7 demonstrate the importance of a godly legacy? 3. What lessons can we learn from Azariah's reign and its conclusion? 4. How does Azariah's death connect to God's promises in 2 Samuel 7:16? 5. How can we ensure our leadership aligns with biblical principles like Azariah's? 6. What role does accountability play in leadership, as seen in 2 Kings 15:7? 7. What does 2 Kings 15:7 reveal about the nature of leadership in ancient Israel? 8. How does Azariah's death in 2 Kings 15:7 reflect God's judgment in the Old Testament? 9. Why is Azariah's burial in the City of David significant in 2 Kings 15:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 15? 11. 2 Kings 7:1 -- How can a city under severe famine suddenly have an abundance of food within 24 hours? 12. Where is the archaeological proof that Amaziah seized the city of Sela (2 Kings 14:7)? 13. 2 Kings 15:5 states God struck Azariah with leprosy with little explanation--why is the cause, detailed in 2 Chronicles 26, absent here? 14. Does the timeline in 2 Samuel 15 align with other biblical accounts, or does it create chronological contradictions? Discussion Questions 1. How does Azariah's life illustrate the biblical principle that pride comes before a fall? Can you identify other biblical figures who experienced similar consequences? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we leave a godly legacy for the next generation, as seen in the transition from Azariah to Jotham? 3. How does the burial of Azariah in the City of David reflect God's faithfulness to His promises? Can you think of other instances in the Bible where God demonstrated His faithfulness? 4. What lessons can we learn from Jotham's obedience to God, and how can we apply these lessons in our daily lives? 5. How does the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1, which includes Azariah and Jotham, demonstrate the fulfillment of God's plan through history? How does this encourage you in your faith journey? 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 15:7 NIV 2 Kings 15:7 NLT 2 Kings 15:7 ESV 2 Kings 15:7 NASB 2 Kings 15:7 KJV 2 Kings 15:7 Commentaries Bible Hub