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2 Kings 9-10

 Although I am asking you to read both 2 Kings 9 and 10, it does not mean we will cover both chapters. If there is a lot of participation we will only cover chapter 9, if not we will continue on.

Chapters 9 and 10 cover the anointing of Jesus as king of the northern kingdom of Israel and how he established his rule and at the end gives a summary of his rule. There are 5 significant steps in his establishing his rule after he was anointed by the prophet.

If there is no time to cover both chapters, we will only cover Chapter 9.

  1. The killing of Joram and Ahaziah. (Chapter 9)
  2. The killing of Jezebel. (Chapter 9)
  3. The killing of the 70 sons of Ahab at Samaria and Ahab's great men at Jezreel. (Chapter 10)
  4. The killing of Ahaziah's brothers. (Chapter 10)
  5. The killing of the priests and prophets of Baal and the tearing down of the temple of Baal. (Chapter 10)

Questions for Chapter 9 (Some of the answers to these questions are not found in the text).

  1. Why did it take so long for God's word to Elijah and the anointing of Jehu?
  2. What is known about Jehu before he became king?
  3. What was Elijah's prophecy concerning Ahab?
  4. Why didn't Jehu immediately let the other commanders about his being anointed king?
  5. Why didn't Jehu want anyone to leave Jezreel?
  6. What was King Joram expecting?
  7. Why would Jehu go after King Ahaziah of Judah?
  8. Why did Jezebel put on her makeup?
  9. What is behind the reference she made to Zimri?

Questions for Chapter 10

  1. Why did Jehu write letters to the elders in Samaria instead of coming to them?
  2. What does the reply and actions of the elders say about them?
  3. Why kill the brothers of Ahaziah?
  4. Who are the Rechabites (sons of Rechab)?
  5. Why would Jehu want the friendship of Jehonadab?
  6. Did the destruction of the temple of Baal solve Israel's backsliding? Explain.
  7. What happened under the rule of Jehu?

Questions for thought

  1. What does God reveal about Himself in these two chapters?
  2. Is there anyone in these two chapters you think would be an example for us to emulate? Explain.

Hope these help you as you prepare for Friday night.

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