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because they have forsaken Me and burned incense to other gods, that they might provoke Me to anger with all the works of their hands. My wrath will be poured out upon this place and will not be quenched.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 34:25? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 34:25 demonstrate God's response to disobedience and idolatry? 3. What actions led to God's wrath as described in 2 Chronicles 34:25? 4. How can we avoid provoking God's anger like in 2 Chronicles 34:25? 5. What other scriptures warn against idolatry and its consequences? 6. How can we apply the lessons from 2 Chronicles 34:25 in our lives today? 7. Why did God express wrath in 2 Chronicles 34:25? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 34:25 reflect God's justice? 9. What historical events led to the prophecy in 2 Chronicles 34:25? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 34? 11. How does 1 Chronicles 2:3-4 align with Genesis 38 regarding Judah and Tamar's lineage, and does it create inconsistencies? 12. In 2 Chronicles 25:16, what accounts for the rapid shift from listening to the prophet to threatening him, and is this abrupt change consistent with Amaziah's earlier deference to divine guidance? 13. (2 Chronicles 34:33) Is the idea of an entire nation immediately renewing covenant commitments consistent with known historical and cultural practices? 14. Why does 1 Chronicles 17:3-4 reverse Nathan's initial approval (17:2) for David to build the temple, and does this indicate an inconsistency? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern forms of idolatry that can provoke God's anger, and how can we guard against them? 2. How does Josiah's response to God's message challenge us in our own spiritual walk? 3. In what ways can we ensure that Scripture remains central in our lives and communities? 4. How can we balance the understanding of God's justice with His mercy in our daily lives? 5. What steps can we take to be leaders who influence others positively toward God, as Josiah did? 2 Chronicles 34 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Josiah's example inspire leadership that seeks to serve God today? 2. What can we learn from the discovery of the Book of the Law in the Temple? 3. What does the reaction of Josiah to the reading of the Book of the Law teach us about humility and repentance? 4. How does the prophecy of Huldah serve as a warning and reassurance for Josiah and for us today? 5. In what ways can you apply Josiah's covenant renewal in your spiritual life? 6. How can the actions of Josiah inspire you to remove spiritual "idols" from your life? 7. What lessons can contemporary believers draw from Josiah's spiritual reforms? 8. How can we "repair the temple" in our own hearts? 9. How does the story of Josiah encourage you to explore and study the Bible more deeply? 10. What measures can we take to avoid spiritual complacency and neglect as seen in the period before Josiah's reforms? 11. In our world today, what might be equivalent to the "high places" that Josiah tore down? 12. How can we respond when we realize that our actions have been contrary to God's commands, as in the case of Josiah's realization? 13. How does the prophecy of Huldah reinforce the importance of seeking godly counsel? 14. In what ways can the Church today initiate spiritual revival similar to Josiah's reforms? 15. How does the story of Josiah influence your understanding of personal and communal responsibility in following God's commands? 16. How can you make a difference in your spiritual community, following Josiah's example? 17. What are the "lost" spiritual truths that need to be "found" in our time? 18. How do Josiah's actions demonstrate the intersection of faith and action? 19. How can you personally respond to the spiritual lessons from Josiah's life and reign? 20. In a world that often prioritizes personal desires over divine law, how can we stay true to God's commands? Links 2 Chronicles 34:25 NIV 2 Chronicles 34:25 NLT 2 Chronicles 34:25 ESV 2 Chronicles 34:25 NASB 2 Chronicles 34:25 KJV 2 Chronicles 34:25 Commentaries Bible Hub