◄ 2 Kings 15:36 ►
As for the rest of the acts of Jotham, along with his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 15:36? 2. How does 2 Kings 15:36 reflect God's faithfulness to His covenant promises? 3. What lessons can we learn from Jotham's reign about godly leadership today? 4. How does Jotham's story connect with Deuteronomy's teachings on obedience and blessing? 5. In what ways can we apply Jotham's example to our daily lives? 6. How does Jotham's reign demonstrate the importance of walking "uprightly before the LORD"? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 15:36? 8. How does 2 Kings 15:36 fit into the overall narrative of the Kings of Israel? 9. What theological themes are present in 2 Kings 15:36? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 15? 11. Why does 2 Chronicles 27 omit details about Jotham's conflicts found in 2 Kings, raising doubts about the reliability of both accounts? 12. Who were Josiah's sons? 13. How can 2 Chronicles 16:1 claim Baasha attacked Judah in Asa's thirty-sixth year if 1 Kings 15:33 indicates Baasha died years earlier? 14. How does the brief reign of Jotham in 2 Chronicles 27 align with known historical timelines, and why are external sources silent on his rule? Discussion Questions 1. What can we learn from Jotham's reign about the importance of doing what is right in the eyes of the Lord, even if it is not complete obedience? 2. How does the concept of legacy in 2 Kings 15:36 challenge you to think about the impact of your actions on future generations? 3. In what ways can the historical records of the kings of Judah inspire us to keep a spiritual journal or record of God's work in our lives? 4. How does Jotham's failure to remove the high places relate to areas in your life where you might be compromising or partially obedient? 5. Considering the influence of Jotham's leadership, how can you apply principles of godly leadership in your family, workplace, or community? 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 15:36 NIV 2 Kings 15:36 NLT 2 Kings 15:36 ESV 2 Kings 15:36 NASB 2 Kings 15:36 KJV 2 Kings 15:36 Commentaries Bible Hub