Chapter Summary

Seige of Jerusalem and final deportation.

Discussion Questions for 2 Kings, Chapter 25

1. Does it concern you that God brought such affliction upon his people? Why or why not?
2. How do you think the people felt as Babylon was laying siege upon their cities and towns? How would you feel? How did they respond? How would you respond?
3. Reflecting on the desires of the people of God for a godly king, what factors might have influenced their longing for righteous leadership, and how did their experiences under various kings shape their expectations? Additionally, how does God fulfill the people's longing for a godly king, and what insights can we draw from Scripture about the nature of His kingship and His provision for His people's needs?
4. Considering the experiences of the people of God throughout history and the challenges they faced, do you think doubt regarding the promises of God was a common struggle among them? Moreover, reflecting on your own faith journey, do you ever experience doubts regarding God's promises, and if so, what factors contribute to these doubts? Alternatively, what helps strengthen your confidence in God's faithfulness and His promises during times of uncertainty or difficulty?
5. In what ways do you see God's faithfulness to his people throughout 2 Kings?
6. What is significant about Johoiachin's release from prison? How does Jehoiachin's release from prison illustrate the complexities of power dynamics and political alliances, and what insights can we glean from this event about God's sovereignty and His ability to work through human circumstances to fulfill His purposes?
7. Reflecting on the period of time when the people of Israel were without a king, how did this absence of human monarchy impact their relationship with God and their sense of identity as a nation? Additionally, what other forms of leadership or guidance did the people receive during this time, and how did these experiences shape their understanding of God's sovereignty and their role as His chosen people?
8. What does it mean for the Christian to live under the kingship of Christ based upon 1 & 2 Kings?
9. Considering the events at the end of 2 Kings, do you think there is hope for the people of Israel? How do the actions and reactions of the remaining survivors and leaders in the midst of crisis reflect the potential for renewal, restoration, or continued decline? Additionally, what role does God's faithfulness and promises play in offering hope for the future of Israel despite their current circumstances?
10. Based upon your reading of 2 Kings, what would you describe as the main point of the book?

Key Words/Phrase

Broken up, v. 4.

Characters

God, Zedekiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Gedaliah, Ishmael, Evil-merodach, Jehoiachin.

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