Key Chapters of the Bible
What does a revival look like? How do we start one? Today we touch upon this important topic as we look at the "Bible Conference" Revival under King Jehoshaphat. We’ll see that when we teach God’s Word faithfully and accurately, God will use His Word to strengthen His people in every way. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. How did the unity we saw yesterday in 2 Chronicles 15:9 carry over into the opening verses of 2 Chronicles 17:1-2? 2. In verse 2, who did Jehoshaphat seek? Whose character did Jehoshaphat reflect in verse 3? What role do you...
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When someone drifts away from the Lord, can they be restored? Yes! Today in our study in 2nd Chronicles 15, we’ll see how King Asa led a reform that brought the people back to reconsecrate themselves to the Lord; which brought revival throughout the land. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What was the Lord’s assessment of King Asa from 2 Chronicles 14:2? How did this impact his trust in the Lord in 2 Chronicles 14:11? Why does righteousness often equate to courage? Is there a place in your life where the Lord is calling you to act with righteous courage? ...
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We serve a Triumphant King! And today we'll dig into 1st Chronicles 17 to see how this passage ties right into Jesus' Triumphal Entry and draws our focus to His ultimate kingdom. Join us as we turn to an encouraging chapter from the life of David! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentions that there are several similarities between the books of Kings and Chronicles, specifically that 1st Chronicles… focuses on David, covers both the Northern Kingdom and Southern Kingdom, seeks to explain Israel’s downfall in terms of how they broke their covenant with God, and...
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What happens when God's people completely violate their covenant with Him? Well, today's study is another history-rich explanation of Judah's demise and the historical and religious events that led up to it. Join us in this important lesson on a key event in the history of the Bible. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. According to verse 2, how long had been Nebuchadnezzar’s siege against Jerusalem? In verse 3, what impact did it have? If you had endured such a thing for two years, how would you have turned to the Lord? 2. What do the Babylonians do to...
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The Fall of Judah might not be something we think we need to know much about, but the history behind 2 Kings 24 helps us connect the dots with much of the Old Testament. So, please join us for a weighty study in this chapter and the history that surrounds it! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentioned that behind the scenes, there were three nations/empires that were vying for dominance over this region. Who were those nations? How do you think their power would have impacted Judah’s view of herself and her situation? 2. The podcast explained that...
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When the Lord gets a hold of a person’s life, He often brings in sweeping change. Today, we’ll see the kind of change the Lord brought to Judah through King Josiah’s leadership. This chapter will shock us and show us just how far the people had fallen from the Lord. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Today we’re continuing to look at the life of Josiah. What did we learn yesterday in our study of 2 Kings 22 regarding Josiah’s age when he became king? How do you think his age affected his view of himself, the Lord and his willingness to break with the evil examples...
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Today we read an encouraging chapter about a good king whom God used to launch a key revival in Judah. This study in 2 Kings 22 will show us the kind of heart that God uses to bring reform to His people. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. According to verse 8, how old was Josiah when he became king? How long was his reign? How do you think his age would have affected the kind of impact he might have as a king? 2. According to verse 2, what was Josiah’s character like? How was this unlike the character of his father Amon or his grandfather...
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More than likely, you’ve faced desperate situations. During those times, who did you turn to? Today, we’ll read the important account of Hezekiah’s faith in the Lord and how the Lord miraculously delivered His people. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Given the context of this passage, what happened in 2 Kings 18 that would lead to Hezekiah to tearing his clothes here in 2 Kings 19:1? What did this action (tearing his clothes) indicate? 2. Who did Hezekiah send word for in verse 2? Who was this person and where else is he mentioned in the Bible?...
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God calls us to trust Him even when life is going sideways. Today, in our study of 2nd Kings 18, we’ll learn about the account of Hezekiah and Sennacherib. This is one of the most uplifting passages in the Bible and we look forward to going through it with you. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. According to verse 1, how old was Hezekiah when he became king? How does verse 3 describe his character? When you consider the spiritual life of the typical 25-year-old man today, how does Hezekiah compare? Given his family background that was explained in this podcast,...
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One of the troubling aspects of studying God's Word are the examples of times when God's people turn away from Him and suffer the consequences. Today's study highlights one of the most egregious examples of what a fall from God looks like. Yet, as difficult as this chapter is, it also helps us make sense of much of the message of the rest of scripture. So, join us for another important study in the key chapters of God's Word! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other...
info_outlineGenesis 12 is one of the most important chapters in the Old Testament because it begins to show us God's plan for the world; as He calls Abraham to establish a new nation of people dedicated to Him. Chapter 12 lays the foundation for much of what unfolds through the rest of scripture. Join us for another key study in a key chapter of God's Word!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
Genesis 12 1. Read over verses 1-3. What were the promises that God gave to Abram? In what sense were these unconditional promises? From what you can tell in these verses, how does the Lord expect Abram to respond to them?
2. What do these unconditional promises indicate about God, His plan of redemption, and the kind of blessings He would pour out upon Abram and his descendants?
3. According to the study, how will this new nation be different from the nations of the world that we saw back in Genesis 11? How is this difference still to be reflected in the life of believers today?
4. Genesis 12 opens with Abram being 75 years old and living in the northern area of Haran. When God calls Abram to “Go forth from your country,” what would this departure have been like for Abram and his family? How was Abram’s obedience an indication of his faith? How did Abram respond? How is that a model for our responses to God’s commands?
5. How do you think Abram felt about leaving his family and former life behind? How would you have felt if you were in Abram’s shoes?
6. In verse 5, who went with Abram on his journey to the Promised Land? Glance back to the list of Abram’s family in Genesis 11:27-32. Who did not go with Abram? Why do you think they didn’t go with him?
7. In verses 6 and 7, the Lord appeared to Abram at the Oak of Moreh; which was a common place of pagan worship. What did Abram build there? Thinking about this radical action, how do you think Abram had such faith and courage? What does this kind of faith and courage look like in our walk with God today?
8. The study mentioned that there are physical descendants of Abram and spiritual descendants of Abram who have embraced God’s New Covenant by faith. Have you accepted God’s covenantal offer to join this nation of God-obeyers? If not, why not? If so, what does this look like in your life?
9. The end of Chapter 12 includes an account of Abram not looking very heroic. What happened in verses 10-20? How does this seem incongruent with a man of faith? What does this teach us about the kind of people God uses? Does this give you any hope that God might still have a plan for you?
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