2/18 Leviticus 23* - The Profound Feasts of Israel
Release Date: 02/18/2025
4/9 2 Chronicles 15 - Reconsecration to the Lord
Key Chapters of the Bible
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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4/8 1 Chronicles 17 - God's Covenant with David!
Key Chapters of the Bible
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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4/7 2 Kings 25 - Judah Falls! - Part 2
Key Chapters of the Bible
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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4/6 2 Kings 24 - Judah Falls! - Part 1
Key Chapters of the Bible
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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4/5 2 Kings 23 - Reforming Revival!
Key Chapters of the Bible
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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4/4 2 Kings 22 - The Kind of Heart God Uses
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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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4/3 2 Kings 19 - Desperate Faith
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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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4/2 2 Kings 18 - Standing Against Evil
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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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4/1 2 Kings 17 - The Fall of Israel
Key Chapters of the Bible
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...
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3/31 2 Kings 4 - The Widow's Mighty Miracle
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People sometimes want God to perform some kind of miracle in their lives, and they're dismayed when He doesn't. Today we'll look at an amazing miracle that God does for an impoverished woman, and we'll discuss why God does miracles and how we should respond. Join us for another 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 resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As...
info_outlineWe might not realize just how amazing and profound the Jewish Feasts were, but today we'll see that not only were they times of great celebration, remembrance and consecration; but even more importantly, they specifically and directly pointed the entire nation of Israel to her Messiah. Join us in another key study of another key chapter of God's Word!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. According to the podcast, how was the Jewish calendar set? How might that produce fluidity for when the Jewish feasts would be held?
2. What was the Sabbath feast that’s mentioned in verse 3? What did this feast consist of?
3. In terms of the Jewish calendar year, what was the first feast that was mentioned in Leviticus 23? When you compare this explanation to Exodus 12, which passage provides more description?
4. According to the podcast, what could the Passover Feast be compared to in the USA? What did Passover commemorate? How did the Passover point to Jesus?
5. Verse 6 mentions the Feast of Unleavened Bread. What event did this point to? What did “yeast” come to point to? In verse 8, what did they offer daily for seven days? How might this cause the people to contemplate and renew their commitment to the Lord?
6. What did the Feast of Unleavened Bread point to with Jesus? How might this renew our consecration to the Lord?
7. What did the Feast of First Fruits celebrate? In verse 14, what were the people to refrain from doing until this feast was celebrated? In light of 1st Corinthians 15:20, how did this feast point to Jesus’ resurrection?
8. What feast is explained in verse 16? When was this to occur? What did it celebrate? In the New Testament, what event happened on Pentecost?
9. Verse 24 speaks about the Feast of Trumpets, what is this called in modern days? What event is being celebrated? How was this event inaugurated every year? According to 1 Corinthians 15:52, what will the Lord do when He blasts the trumpet?
10. Verses 26-32 speaks of the Day of Atonement. What were the people to do on this day while the High Priest performed the sacrifices? Why were the people to refrain from working? In verse 29, what would happen to the person who did not humble their souls? Why?
11. Verses 33 to 36 speak about the Feast of Tabernacles (also called Sukkot or the Feast of Booths). What would the people do on this feast? What does this show us about the Lord’s desire for His people to enjoy these feasts? How did this point to Jesus, who tabernacled among His people?
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