Chapter Summary

Reign of Josiah. Repairing temple and finding of the book of the law.

Discussion Questions for 2 Kings, Chapter 22

1. How does Deut. 7:20 describe the ideal king? Does Josiah fit that description? Where did he fail and where did he succeed? n what specific ways did Josiah's actions and reforms align with the ideals set forth in Deuteronomy 17:20, and how did these efforts contribute to the spiritual renewal and restoration of Judah? Additionally, how do Josiah's successes and failures as a king provide insights into the challenges and complexities of leadership, especially in the context of navigating political and religious pressures?
2. We see God show grace to the people of Israel even while they are under his wrath because of their disobedience. How do we see God's grace pictured in king Josiah? How do you see God's grace in your life through trial and tumult?
3. Josiah found the Law in the temple. How does this event influence the way that he reigns? How does the Word influence the way you live?
4. In what ways did Josiah respond to the Word? How does this compare to your response to the word?
5. Josiah after hearing the word obeyed it. In what ways have you rejected the word through disobedience?
6. In what ways did Josiah reform the temple and worship of Israel? What are some ways that we need to reform our religiosity?
7. Do you think it was easy for Josiah to obey the word of the Lord? In what ways do you find it difficult to obey? How does the gospel help in these areas?
8. Where does obedience stem from for Josiah? How does Josiah's obedience to God's commandments serve as a model for leadership and influence his actions and decisions as a king? Moreover, how can Josiah's example inspire us to prioritize obedience to God's Word in our own lives and leadership roles, even in the face of opposition or challenges?
9. What does the Lord do in response to the reforms of Josiah? How does the Lord's response to Josiah's reforms illustrate the principle of divine mercy and grace in response to genuine repentance and obedience? Furthermore, what lessons can we draw from this about the nature of God's relationship with His people and His willingness to extend compassion and forgiveness in the midst of judgment?
10. Reflecting on the reigns of Jesus and Josiah, how do their approaches to leadership, their responses to sin and righteousness, and their impact on their respective communities compare and contrast? Additionally, what lessons can we draw from their examples about the qualities of effective leadership and the pursuit of righteousness, and how might these insights inform our own lives and leadership roles today?

Key Words/Phrase

Bible found, v. 13.

Characters

God, Josiah, Hilkiah, Shaphan, Huldah, Ahikam, Achbor, Asahiah.

Strong Verse(s)

13, 19.