◄ 2 Chronicles 34:2 ►
And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD and walked in the ways of his father David; he did not turn aside to the right or to the left. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 34:2? 2. How can we "walk in the ways of David" in our daily lives? 3. What does it mean to "turn aside neither right nor left" today? 4. How does Josiah's example in 2 Chronicles 34:2 inspire personal spiritual reform? 5. What other biblical figures exemplify unwavering faithfulness like Josiah? 6. How can Josiah's commitment to God influence our community's spiritual direction? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 34:2 reflect Josiah's commitment to God's ways? 8. What historical evidence supports Josiah's reforms mentioned in 2 Chronicles 34:2? 9. How does Josiah's example in 2 Chronicles 34:2 challenge modern Christian leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 34? 11. Does King Ahaz's portrayal in 2 Chronicles 28 conflict with the account in 2 Kings 16? 12. (2 Chronicles 34:1) How plausible is it that an eight-year-old could rule a nation and initiate extensive reforms? 13. (2 Chronicles 17:3-4) How can Jehoshaphat be said to walk in David's ways without referencing David's well-documented moral failures in earlier narratives? 14. Would Jesus inherit David's throne? Yes, per Luke 1:32. No, as a descendant of cursed Jehoiakim (Matthew 1:11, 1 Chronicles 3:16, Jeremiah 36:30). Discussion Questions 1. How does Josiah's example challenge us to remain faithful to God in our daily lives? 2. In what ways can we identify and follow godly role models, as Josiah did with David? 3. What are some practical steps we can take to avoid turning "to the right or to the left" in our spiritual journey? 4. How can we, in our own spheres of influence, lead others toward a deeper commitment to God? 5. What role does Scripture play in guiding our decisions and actions, and how can we ensure it remains central in our lives? 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 34:2 NIV 2 Chronicles 34:2 NLT 2 Chronicles 34:2 ESV 2 Chronicles 34:2 NASB 2 Chronicles 34:2 KJV 2 Chronicles 34:2 Commentaries Bible Hub