2 Chronicles 27
Bible Study Questions

1. What qualities made Jotham a righteous king? How can you incorporate these qualities into your life?

2. How did Jotham’s refusal to enter the Lord’s sanctuary differentiate him from his father, Uzziah? What can we learn from this about respecting God's boundaries?

3. Even though Jotham was righteous, the people continued to act corruptly. What does this tell us about the relationship between leadership and the moral choices of individuals?

4. How does Jotham's reign illustrate the consequences of societal corruption despite righteous leadership?

5. What role did architecture play in Jotham's reign, and what does it signify?

6. How did Jotham handle the threat of the Ammonites, and what can we learn from this about dealing with opposition?

7. In the face of corrupt society, Jotham 'prepared his ways before the LORD his God'. What does this mean and how can we apply this principle to our lives today?

8. How does the account of Jotham's reign challenge our understanding of success?

9. Despite Jotham's faithfulness, his reign was brief. How does this align with your understanding of divine justice?

10. What can Jotham's story teach us about personal integrity amid societal decay?

11. How does Jotham's life inspire you to stay steadfast in your walk with God, regardless of external circumstances?

12. Jotham managed to secure tribute from the Ammonites. How does this victory reflect on the power of righteous leadership?

13. How might Jotham's reign have been different if the people of Judah had chosen to follow God's laws?

14. How can we, as individuals, encourage a culture of righteousness within our own communities?

15. Why is it important for us to respect the boundaries set by God, as Jotham did by not entering the Lord's sanctuary?

16. Jotham's other deeds and ways were documented in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. What does this teach us about the significance of recording and remembering our actions?

17. How can we balance the pursuit of power and progress while ensuring we remain faithful to God's commandments?

18. How might you apply the lessons learned from Jotham's construction projects in your personal life or professional work?

19. How does Jotham's story help us understand the complexity of societal change, especially when dealing with ingrained corruption or immoral practices?

20. How can Jotham’s life inspire modern leaders to steer their nations towards righteousness and the respect of divine principles?



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