Who wrote most of the Proverbs?
What is the purpose of Proverbs?
What is the beginning of knowledge?
What is the first advice given to the young man?
What is the second piece of advice for the young man?
What happens to those who kill and steal to get rich?
What is the idea in 1:20-33?
Where does wisdom come from?
What is necessary in order to find it?
What is the benefit of wisdom?
From whom will wisdom save you?
Whose teachings are to be remembered for long life and prosperity?
How can you win favor in the sight of God and man?
What is the lesson in 3:5-6?
What will give you health?
What is the first wisdom on how to use possessions in Proverbs?
What should be our attitude toward the Lord’s discipline?
What benefits of wisdom are mentioned in 3:16-17?
What is the benefit of wisdom in 3:21-26?
What advice does Solomon give concerning neighbors?
What should be our attitude toward a violent man?
What is God’s attitude toward the arrogant and wicked?
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Answers to June 28 Questions
Whose example did Manasseh follow in his religious activities? He did as the Canaanite nations God drove out by Israel under Joshua
What does 33:9 say Judah did? More evil than Israel did when God had Assyria take them into captivity
What happened to Manasseh? He was taken captive to Babylon
What did he do then? He humbled himself greatly and prayed to God
What did he do when he was restored to his kingdom? He removed all his idols and restored worship of the Lord
How old was Josiah when he began to seek the Lord? Eight years old
Besides Judah, where else did Josiah reform the land? Most of the land of the original united kingdom of Israel
What did Hilkiah find when they repaired the temple? The Book of the Law of God
Who read it to the king? Shaphan the scribe
Who prophesied about Judah’s fate? A woman named Huldah
What passage from the Law alarmed Josiah? Deuteronomy 28
Who did Josiah call to hear the reading of the law? All the heads of all the families in Judah
What did Josiah tell the Levites to put in the temple? The holy ark (of the covenant)
Who prepared the Passover meals for the priests and the guards? The other Levites
Josiah’s observance of the Passover was compared to whose observance? Since the days of Samuel
In what battle was Josiah killed? Carchemish
Who wrote a lamentation for him in Lamentations? Jeremiah
Who removed Josiah’s son from being king after three months? Necho, king of Egypt
Who replaced Jehoahaz? His brother Jehoikim
Who took him captive after eleven years? Nebuchadnezzar
Who became king then? Jehoikim’s son Jehoichin
Who did Nebuchadnezzar make king after three months? Jehoishin’s uncle Zekekiah
How did he do wrong? He disobeyed God, he broke his oath to be loyal to Nebuchadnezzar
Why did God send messengers to warn Judah? (See 36:15) He was compassionate and wanted the people to have a chance to repent
Why did God exile Judah for 70 years? So the land would have rest to make up for the many Sabbath years the land did not rest
Who does God use to restore Judah and rebuild the temple? Cyrus
What does 33:9 say Judah did? More evil than Israel did when God had Assyria take them into captivity
What happened to Manasseh? He was taken captive to Babylon
What did he do then? He humbled himself greatly and prayed to God
What did he do when he was restored to his kingdom? He removed all his idols and restored worship of the Lord
How old was Josiah when he began to seek the Lord? Eight years old
Besides Judah, where else did Josiah reform the land? Most of the land of the original united kingdom of Israel
What did Hilkiah find when they repaired the temple? The Book of the Law of God
Who read it to the king? Shaphan the scribe
Who prophesied about Judah’s fate? A woman named Huldah
What passage from the Law alarmed Josiah? Deuteronomy 28
Who did Josiah call to hear the reading of the law? All the heads of all the families in Judah
What did Josiah tell the Levites to put in the temple? The holy ark (of the covenant)
Who prepared the Passover meals for the priests and the guards? The other Levites
Josiah’s observance of the Passover was compared to whose observance? Since the days of Samuel
In what battle was Josiah killed? Carchemish
Who wrote a lamentation for him in Lamentations? Jeremiah
Who removed Josiah’s son from being king after three months? Necho, king of Egypt
Who replaced Jehoahaz? His brother Jehoikim
Who took him captive after eleven years? Nebuchadnezzar
Who became king then? Jehoikim’s son Jehoichin
Who did Nebuchadnezzar make king after three months? Jehoishin’s uncle Zekekiah
How did he do wrong? He disobeyed God, he broke his oath to be loyal to Nebuchadnezzar
Why did God send messengers to warn Judah? (See 36:15) He was compassionate and wanted the people to have a chance to repent
Why did God exile Judah for 70 years? So the land would have rest to make up for the many Sabbath years the land did not rest
Who does God use to restore Judah and rebuild the temple? Cyrus
June 28: II Chronicles 33-36 Manasseh, Josiah, and the End of Judah
Whose example did Manasseh follow in his religious activities?
What does 33:9 say Judah did?
What happened to Manasseh?
What did he do then?
What did he do when he was restored to his kingdom?
How old was Josiah when he began to seek the Lord?
Besides Judah, where else did Josiah reform the land?
What did Hilkiah find when they repaired the temple?
Who read it to the king?
Who prophesied about Judah’s fate?
What passage from the Law alarmed Josiah?
Who did Josiah call to hear the reading of the law?
What did Josiah tell the Levites to put in the temple?
Who prepared the Passover meals for the priests and the guards?
Josiah’s observance of the Passover was compared to whose observance?
In what battle was Josiah killed?
Who wrote a lamentation for him in Lamentations?
Who removed Josiah’s son from being king after three months?
Who replaced Jehoahaz?
Who took him captive after eleven years?
Who became king then?
Who did Nebuchadnezzar make king after three months?
How did he do wrong?
Why did God send messengers to warn Judah? (See 36:15)
Why did God exile Judah for 70 years?
Who does God use to restore Judah and rebuild the temple?
What does 33:9 say Judah did?
What happened to Manasseh?
What did he do then?
What did he do when he was restored to his kingdom?
How old was Josiah when he began to seek the Lord?
Besides Judah, where else did Josiah reform the land?
What did Hilkiah find when they repaired the temple?
Who read it to the king?
Who prophesied about Judah’s fate?
What passage from the Law alarmed Josiah?
Who did Josiah call to hear the reading of the law?
What did Josiah tell the Levites to put in the temple?
Who prepared the Passover meals for the priests and the guards?
Josiah’s observance of the Passover was compared to whose observance?
In what battle was Josiah killed?
Who wrote a lamentation for him in Lamentations?
Who removed Josiah’s son from being king after three months?
Who replaced Jehoahaz?
Who took him captive after eleven years?
Who became king then?
Who did Nebuchadnezzar make king after three months?
How did he do wrong?
Why did God send messengers to warn Judah? (See 36:15)
Why did God exile Judah for 70 years?
Who does God use to restore Judah and rebuild the temple?
Answers to June 27 Questions
When did Hezekiah reopen the doors of the temple? In the first month of his reign
What did Hezekiah intend to do to allay the wrath of God? Make a covenant with God
On what day did the Levites begin removing unclean things from the temple? The eighth day (the priests had to sanctify themselves first, starting from the first day
How long did it take to remove all unclean things and to prepare everything for temple service? Eight days
Why were the first sacrifices made on the altar? As a sin offering for the nation
Why did Judah use instrumental music in temple worship? Because the Lord commanded it through the prophets Gad and Nathan when David was king
Why did Judah celebrate the Passover on the second month instead of the first month? Because they didn’t have time to be sanctified in the first month
Was this scriptural? Yes (Numbers 9:10-11)
Who did they invite to join them? The people from Ephraim and Manasseh
Was it scriptural for unclean people to eat the Passover lamb? no
How was the problem resolved? They prayed for God’s mercy and He answered them favorably
How long had it been since the Passover was celebrated this way? The time of Solomon
What else did the people do before returning home from Jerusalem? They removed all of the idols Ahaz had installed
What did Hezekiah command the people to do according to the law? Tithe for supporting the Levites and priests
What was the result? They had more than enough and had to build larger storerooms for the food collected
How did Hezekiah seek God (31:21)? With his whole heart
What did Hezekiah do to prevent Assyria from getting water? He stopped up all the springs around Jerusalem; he diverted the water from the Upper Gihon by aqueduct to Jerusalem
How did Hezekiah encourage the army of Judah? He reminded them that they outnumber Assyria because God is on their side
Who killed the Assyrian soldiers in answer to Hezekiah and Isaiah’s prayers? One angel of God
What was Hezekiah’s status among other nations? He was respected greatly by many kings and nations because of his stand against the Assyrian empire
How did Hezekiah react to his life being extended 15 years? He become prideful
What did Hezekiah intend to do to allay the wrath of God? Make a covenant with God
On what day did the Levites begin removing unclean things from the temple? The eighth day (the priests had to sanctify themselves first, starting from the first day
How long did it take to remove all unclean things and to prepare everything for temple service? Eight days
Why were the first sacrifices made on the altar? As a sin offering for the nation
Why did Judah use instrumental music in temple worship? Because the Lord commanded it through the prophets Gad and Nathan when David was king
Why did Judah celebrate the Passover on the second month instead of the first month? Because they didn’t have time to be sanctified in the first month
Was this scriptural? Yes (Numbers 9:10-11)
Who did they invite to join them? The people from Ephraim and Manasseh
Was it scriptural for unclean people to eat the Passover lamb? no
How was the problem resolved? They prayed for God’s mercy and He answered them favorably
How long had it been since the Passover was celebrated this way? The time of Solomon
What else did the people do before returning home from Jerusalem? They removed all of the idols Ahaz had installed
What did Hezekiah command the people to do according to the law? Tithe for supporting the Levites and priests
What was the result? They had more than enough and had to build larger storerooms for the food collected
How did Hezekiah seek God (31:21)? With his whole heart
What did Hezekiah do to prevent Assyria from getting water? He stopped up all the springs around Jerusalem; he diverted the water from the Upper Gihon by aqueduct to Jerusalem
How did Hezekiah encourage the army of Judah? He reminded them that they outnumber Assyria because God is on their side
Who killed the Assyrian soldiers in answer to Hezekiah and Isaiah’s prayers? One angel of God
What was Hezekiah’s status among other nations? He was respected greatly by many kings and nations because of his stand against the Assyrian empire
How did Hezekiah react to his life being extended 15 years? He become prideful
June 27: II Chronicles 29-32 The Reign of Hezekiah
When did Hezekiah reopen the doors of the temple?
What did Hezekiah intend to do to allay the wrath of God?
On what day did the Levites begin removing unclean things from the temple?
How long did it take to remove all unclean things and to prepare everything for temple service?
Why were the first sacrifices made on the altar?
Why did Judah use instrumental music in temple worship?
Why did Judah celebrate the Passover on the second month instead of the first month?
Was this scriptural?
Who did they invite to join them?
Was it scriptural for unclean people to eat the Passover lamb?
How was the problem resolved?
How long had it been since the Passover was celebrated this way?
What else did the people do before returning home from Jerusalem?
What did Hezekiah command the people to do according to the law?
What was the result?
How did Hezekiah seek God (31:21)?
What did Hezekiah do to prevent Assyria from getting water?
How did Hezekiah encourage the army of Judah?
Who killed the Assyrian soldiers in answer to Hezekiah and Isaiah’s prayers?
What was Hezekiah’s status among other nations?
How did Hezekiah react to his life being extended 15 years?
What did Hezekiah intend to do to allay the wrath of God?
On what day did the Levites begin removing unclean things from the temple?
How long did it take to remove all unclean things and to prepare everything for temple service?
Why were the first sacrifices made on the altar?
Why did Judah use instrumental music in temple worship?
Why did Judah celebrate the Passover on the second month instead of the first month?
Was this scriptural?
Who did they invite to join them?
Was it scriptural for unclean people to eat the Passover lamb?
How was the problem resolved?
How long had it been since the Passover was celebrated this way?
What else did the people do before returning home from Jerusalem?
What did Hezekiah command the people to do according to the law?
What was the result?
How did Hezekiah seek God (31:21)?
What did Hezekiah do to prevent Assyria from getting water?
How did Hezekiah encourage the army of Judah?
Who killed the Assyrian soldiers in answer to Hezekiah and Isaiah’s prayers?
What was Hezekiah’s status among other nations?
How did Hezekiah react to his life being extended 15 years?
Answers to June 26 Questions
Who did Amaziah kill when he became king? The men who assassinated his father
Who did he pay to help Judah’s army? 100,000 men of Israel
What did a prophet tell him not to do? Not to use the men of Israel
What did Amaziah lose? 100 talents he paid the Israelites to fight
What did the prophet say he would gain? God could provide much more
What did Amaziah do to the Edomite gods? He took them and started worshipping them
Why did Amaziah challenge Israel to battle? It was from God to be an occasion for him to lose in battle as punishment for his apostasy
What kind of king was Uzziah? good
What were Uzziah’s special accomplishments? He rebuilt Elath, he conquered neighbors and built cities and fortifications all around
How did Uzziah show his pride? He wanted to burn incense in the temple
What was the consequence of his sin? He immediately became leprous
Who ruled while Uzziah was isolated? Jotham his son
Did Uzziah’s isolation end when he died? No, he was buried in a separate place
What kind of king was Jotham? He did right
What kind of king was Ahaz? evil
Who was the first enemy to come against Judah? Syria
How many people did Israel kill in Judah? 120,000
What did the prophet Obed warn Israel about their treatment of Judah? It was to be God’s punishment, but they went too far; they were not to make slaves of the people of Judah
How did Israel respond? The leaders of Israel ordered the captives of Judah to be returned home
What other enemies gave Judah trouble? Edom and Philistia
Who did Ahaz turn to for help? Assyria
Who else did Ahaz turn to for help? The Syrian gods
Was Ahaz a religious man? Apparently so, but his faith was in the wrong gods
Who did he pay to help Judah’s army? 100,000 men of Israel
What did a prophet tell him not to do? Not to use the men of Israel
What did Amaziah lose? 100 talents he paid the Israelites to fight
What did the prophet say he would gain? God could provide much more
What did Amaziah do to the Edomite gods? He took them and started worshipping them
Why did Amaziah challenge Israel to battle? It was from God to be an occasion for him to lose in battle as punishment for his apostasy
What kind of king was Uzziah? good
What were Uzziah’s special accomplishments? He rebuilt Elath, he conquered neighbors and built cities and fortifications all around
How did Uzziah show his pride? He wanted to burn incense in the temple
What was the consequence of his sin? He immediately became leprous
Who ruled while Uzziah was isolated? Jotham his son
Did Uzziah’s isolation end when he died? No, he was buried in a separate place
What kind of king was Jotham? He did right
What kind of king was Ahaz? evil
Who was the first enemy to come against Judah? Syria
How many people did Israel kill in Judah? 120,000
What did the prophet Obed warn Israel about their treatment of Judah? It was to be God’s punishment, but they went too far; they were not to make slaves of the people of Judah
How did Israel respond? The leaders of Israel ordered the captives of Judah to be returned home
What other enemies gave Judah trouble? Edom and Philistia
Who did Ahaz turn to for help? Assyria
Who else did Ahaz turn to for help? The Syrian gods
Was Ahaz a religious man? Apparently so, but his faith was in the wrong gods
June 26: II Chronicles 25-28 More Mistakes by Judah’s Kings
Who did Amaziah kill when he became king?
Who did he pay to help Judah’s army?
What did a prophet tell him not to do?
What did Amaziah lose?
What did the prophet say he would gain?
What did Amaziah do to the Edomite gods?
Why did Amaziah challenge Israel to battle?
What kind of king was Uzziah?
What were Uzziah’s special accomplishments?
How did Uzziah show his pride?
What was the consequence of his sin?
Who ruled while Uzziah was isolated?
Did Uzziah’s isolation end when he died?
What kind of king was Jotham?
What kind of king was Ahaz?
Who was the first enemy to come against Judah?
How many people did Israel kill in Judah?
What did the prophet Obed warn Israel about their treatment of Judah?
How did Israel respond?
What other enemies gave Judah trouble?
Who did Ahaz turn to for help?
Who else did Ahaz turn to for help?
Was Ahaz a religious man?
Who did he pay to help Judah’s army?
What did a prophet tell him not to do?
What did Amaziah lose?
What did the prophet say he would gain?
What did Amaziah do to the Edomite gods?
Why did Amaziah challenge Israel to battle?
What kind of king was Uzziah?
What were Uzziah’s special accomplishments?
How did Uzziah show his pride?
What was the consequence of his sin?
Who ruled while Uzziah was isolated?
Did Uzziah’s isolation end when he died?
What kind of king was Jotham?
What kind of king was Ahaz?
Who was the first enemy to come against Judah?
How many people did Israel kill in Judah?
What did the prophet Obed warn Israel about their treatment of Judah?
How did Israel respond?
What other enemies gave Judah trouble?
Who did Ahaz turn to for help?
Who else did Ahaz turn to for help?
Was Ahaz a religious man?
Answers to June 25 Questions
Why did Jehoshaphat give the kingdom to Jehoram? He was the firstborn
What did he give his other sons? Much gold and silver, other precious things, and cities in Judah
What happened to them? Jehoram killed them all
What country revolted against Judah? Edom
Why did Libnah revolt against Judah at this time? Because Jehoram forsook the Lord
Who prophesied how Jehoram would die? Elijah
How did he die? Intestinal disease that caused his intestines to fall out
How did people react to his death? They were not sad
Why did Ahaziah make the same mistakes his father did? Because of his mother
Who killed Ahaziah? Jehu Why? God told him to as punishment for his Baal worship and fellowship with Ahab
Who was Ahaziah’s mother? Athaliah
What did she do when Ahaziah was killed? She killed all other heirs to become queen
Who survived Athaliah’s mass-murder attempt? Joash
Who kept him hidden? Jehoiada the priest
How long before the new king Joash began to rule? Six years
Who did they manage to prevent the queen’s forces from attacking Joash? The Levites and temple guard acted as bodyguards
What was the effect on Jerusalem when Athaliah was killed? They rejoiced and there was peace
How did Judah pay for the temple repairs? Set up a box to collect tithes commanded by the law
Who was buried with the kings when he died? Jehoiada
Why did Joash change after the death of Jehoiada? The leaders of Judah came and influenced him to let them have their idols
Who prophesied against Joash’s sins? Zecharaiah, the son of Jehoiada
What did Joash do to the son of Jehoiada? He had him killed by stoning at the temple court
Where was he NOT buried? In the tomb of the kings
Who killed Joash? After serious injury in battle with Syria, Zabad and Jehozabad killed him
What were their mothers’ nationalities? Ammonite and Moabite
What did he give his other sons? Much gold and silver, other precious things, and cities in Judah
What happened to them? Jehoram killed them all
What country revolted against Judah? Edom
Why did Libnah revolt against Judah at this time? Because Jehoram forsook the Lord
Who prophesied how Jehoram would die? Elijah
How did he die? Intestinal disease that caused his intestines to fall out
How did people react to his death? They were not sad
Why did Ahaziah make the same mistakes his father did? Because of his mother
Who killed Ahaziah? Jehu Why? God told him to as punishment for his Baal worship and fellowship with Ahab
Who was Ahaziah’s mother? Athaliah
What did she do when Ahaziah was killed? She killed all other heirs to become queen
Who survived Athaliah’s mass-murder attempt? Joash
Who kept him hidden? Jehoiada the priest
How long before the new king Joash began to rule? Six years
Who did they manage to prevent the queen’s forces from attacking Joash? The Levites and temple guard acted as bodyguards
What was the effect on Jerusalem when Athaliah was killed? They rejoiced and there was peace
How did Judah pay for the temple repairs? Set up a box to collect tithes commanded by the law
Who was buried with the kings when he died? Jehoiada
Why did Joash change after the death of Jehoiada? The leaders of Judah came and influenced him to let them have their idols
Who prophesied against Joash’s sins? Zecharaiah, the son of Jehoiada
What did Joash do to the son of Jehoiada? He had him killed by stoning at the temple court
Where was he NOT buried? In the tomb of the kings
Who killed Joash? After serious injury in battle with Syria, Zabad and Jehozabad killed him
What were their mothers’ nationalities? Ammonite and Moabite
June 25: II Chronicles 21-24 Judah’s Apostasy
Why did Jehoshaphat give the kingdom to Jehoram?
What did he give his other sons?
What happened to them?
What country revolted against Judah?
Why did Libnah revolt against Judah at this time?
Who prophesied how Jehoram would die?
How did he die?
How did people react to his death?
Why did Ahaziah make the same mistakes his father did?
Who killed Ahaziah? Why?
Who was Ahaziah’s mother?
What did she do when Ahaziah was killed?
Who survived Athaliah’s mass-murder attempt?
Who kept him hidden?
How long before the new king Joash began to rule?
Who did they manage to prevent the queen’s forces from attacking Joash?
What was the effect on Jerusalem when Athaliah was killed?
How did Judah pay for the temple repairs?
Who was buried with the kings when he died?
Why did Joash change after the death of Jehoiada?
Who prophesied against Joash’s sins?
What did Joash do to the son of Jehoiada?
Where was he NOT buried?
Who killed Joash?
What were their mothers’ nationalities?
What did he give his other sons?
What happened to them?
What country revolted against Judah?
Why did Libnah revolt against Judah at this time?
Who prophesied how Jehoram would die?
How did he die?
How did people react to his death?
Why did Ahaziah make the same mistakes his father did?
Who killed Ahaziah? Why?
Who was Ahaziah’s mother?
What did she do when Ahaziah was killed?
Who survived Athaliah’s mass-murder attempt?
Who kept him hidden?
How long before the new king Joash began to rule?
Who did they manage to prevent the queen’s forces from attacking Joash?
What was the effect on Jerusalem when Athaliah was killed?
How did Judah pay for the temple repairs?
Who was buried with the kings when he died?
Why did Joash change after the death of Jehoiada?
Who prophesied against Joash’s sins?
What did Joash do to the son of Jehoiada?
Where was he NOT buried?
Who killed Joash?
What were their mothers’ nationalities?
Answers to June 24 Questions
How did Jeroboam begin his rule in Judah? By sending the priests and Levites throughout Judah to teach people the law of God
Why did other nations not attack Judah? The fear of the Lord fell on those other nations
Was Jehoshaphat a friend of Ahab? yes (by marriage)
What did he require before joining Ahab in battle? Guidance from the Lord
How did Ahab respond to this request? He got his prophets to prophesy
Who promised victory? The false prophets
Who explained why all the prophets foretold victory? Micaiah, the true prophet
What rebuke did Jehu the prophet give to Jehoshaphat? For helping Ahab who did not love God and was very wicked
What offices did he appoint for justice? Judges in each city
What did he send the priests to do in the towns? To handle the more serious cases with God’s guidance
When the descendants of Lot gathered to attack Judah, what did Jehosaphat do? Call the people of the nation to fast and pray
What did Jahaziel tell Judah to do? Go to the battle but not fight; to watch how the Lord will provide the victory
What did Jehoshaphat have the people do at the battle? Believe in God and praise the Lord
What did Jehoshaphat’s reforms not affect? The hearts of the people
How did God treat Jehoshaphat’s alliance with Azariah? God sank their allied navy
Why did other nations not attack Judah? The fear of the Lord fell on those other nations
Was Jehoshaphat a friend of Ahab? yes (by marriage)
What did he require before joining Ahab in battle? Guidance from the Lord
How did Ahab respond to this request? He got his prophets to prophesy
Who promised victory? The false prophets
Who explained why all the prophets foretold victory? Micaiah, the true prophet
What rebuke did Jehu the prophet give to Jehoshaphat? For helping Ahab who did not love God and was very wicked
What offices did he appoint for justice? Judges in each city
What did he send the priests to do in the towns? To handle the more serious cases with God’s guidance
When the descendants of Lot gathered to attack Judah, what did Jehosaphat do? Call the people of the nation to fast and pray
What did Jahaziel tell Judah to do? Go to the battle but not fight; to watch how the Lord will provide the victory
What did Jehoshaphat have the people do at the battle? Believe in God and praise the Lord
What did Jehoshaphat’s reforms not affect? The hearts of the people
How did God treat Jehoshaphat’s alliance with Azariah? God sank their allied navy
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
June 24: II Chronicles 17-20 The Reign of Jehoshaphat
How did Jeroboam begin his rule in Judah?
Why did other nations not attack Judah?
Was Jehoshaphat a friend of Ahab?
What did he require before joining Ahab in battle?
How did Ahab respond to this request?
Who promised victory?
Who explained why all the prophets foretold victory?
What rebuke did Jehu the prophet give to Jehoshaphat?
What offices did he appoint for justice?
What did he send the priests to do in the towns?
When the descendants of Lot gathered to attack Judah, what did Jehosaphat do?
What did Jahaziel tell Judah to do?
What did Jehoshaphat have the people do at the battle?
What did Jehoshaphat’s reforms not affect?
How did God treat Jehoshaphat’s alliance with Azariah?
Why did other nations not attack Judah?
Was Jehoshaphat a friend of Ahab?
What did he require before joining Ahab in battle?
How did Ahab respond to this request?
Who promised victory?
Who explained why all the prophets foretold victory?
What rebuke did Jehu the prophet give to Jehoshaphat?
What offices did he appoint for justice?
What did he send the priests to do in the towns?
When the descendants of Lot gathered to attack Judah, what did Jehosaphat do?
What did Jahaziel tell Judah to do?
What did Jehoshaphat have the people do at the battle?
What did Jehoshaphat’s reforms not affect?
How did God treat Jehoshaphat’s alliance with Azariah?
Answers to June 23 Questions
What is a “covenant of salt?” a covenant that cannot be broken; it involved the blessing of God
Who was driven out of Israel as priests? The sons of Aaron (the Levites were also driven out)
Who could become a priest in Jeroboam’s religion? Anyone who is willing to pay the price of one bull and seven rams
Who won the war between Judah and Israel? Judah Why? Because they trusted in God
What great army came out against Judah during Asa’s reign? The Ethiopian army of Zerah
What did Asa do before the battle? He prayed for God’s help
What did Azariah tell Asa about Israel’s sinful history? How Israel suffered when they disobeyed God and how God protected and blessed them when they obeyed Him
What covenant did Asa have Judah make with God? All had to make an oath to seek the Lord with all their heart and follow no other gods
Who did Asa have removed from a place of honor because of idolatry? His own mother
Who did Asa turn to to defeat Israel in his 36th year? Ben-Hadad of Syria
What was the consequence of that decision? He no longer had peace
What disease did Asa get? A severe disease in his feet
Who did he seek for help? Physicians instead of God
How could Asa “rest with his fathers” when he was buried in his own tomb? His spirit went where his fathers’ spirits had gone after death
Who was driven out of Israel as priests? The sons of Aaron (the Levites were also driven out)
Who could become a priest in Jeroboam’s religion? Anyone who is willing to pay the price of one bull and seven rams
Who won the war between Judah and Israel? Judah Why? Because they trusted in God
What great army came out against Judah during Asa’s reign? The Ethiopian army of Zerah
What did Asa do before the battle? He prayed for God’s help
What did Azariah tell Asa about Israel’s sinful history? How Israel suffered when they disobeyed God and how God protected and blessed them when they obeyed Him
What covenant did Asa have Judah make with God? All had to make an oath to seek the Lord with all their heart and follow no other gods
Who did Asa have removed from a place of honor because of idolatry? His own mother
Who did Asa turn to to defeat Israel in his 36th year? Ben-Hadad of Syria
What was the consequence of that decision? He no longer had peace
What disease did Asa get? A severe disease in his feet
Who did he seek for help? Physicians instead of God
How could Asa “rest with his fathers” when he was buried in his own tomb? His spirit went where his fathers’ spirits had gone after death
June 23: II Chronicles 13-16 The Rule of Asa
What is a “covenant of salt?”
Who was driven out of Israel as priests?
Who could become a priest in Jeroboam’s religion?
Who won the war between Judah and Israel? Why?
What great army came out against Judah during Asa’s reign?
What did Asa do before the battle?
What did Azariah tell Asa about Israel’s sinful history?
What covenant did Asa have Judah make with God?
Who did Asa have removed from a place of honor because of idolatry?
Who did Asa turn to to defeat Israel in his 36th year?
What was the consequence of that decision?
What disease did Asa get?
Who did he seek for help?
How could Asa “rest with his fathers” when he was buried in his own tomb?
Who was driven out of Israel as priests?
Who could become a priest in Jeroboam’s religion?
Who won the war between Judah and Israel? Why?
What great army came out against Judah during Asa’s reign?
What did Asa do before the battle?
What did Azariah tell Asa about Israel’s sinful history?
What covenant did Asa have Judah make with God?
Who did Asa have removed from a place of honor because of idolatry?
Who did Asa turn to to defeat Israel in his 36th year?
What was the consequence of that decision?
What disease did Asa get?
Who did he seek for help?
How could Asa “rest with his fathers” when he was buried in his own tomb?
Answers to June 22 Questions
What advice did Solomon’s advisers give Rehoboam about tax relief? Do as the people asked, and they would be loyal forever
Whose advice did Rehoboam seek besides the elders? Be more harsh than Solomon with taxes
Why was Adoniram killed? He was the tax collector
What did Rehoboam intend to do because of this? Make war with the rebellious tribes of Israel
Why did he change his mind? A message from God through Shemaiah the prophet not to fight with Israel because it was God’s will that Israel separate from Judah
What did the Levites give up to come to Judah? Their property and lands outside the cities
How does 11:17-23 describe the rule of Rehoboam? as wise, good, and prosperous
Why did Shishak attack Judah in Rehoboam’s fifth year? Because Rehoboam had become unfaithful and turned away from God’s law
When the prophet explained the purpose for the attack, how did the people react? They said, “The Lord is just.”
How did God respond to the people’s humility? He did not allow Judah to be totally destroyed by Shishak
Compare the Chronicles and Kings descriptions of Rehoboam’s rule. Rehoboam is mentioned as a good and wise king in Chronicles at the beginning, which also mentions there was good in Judah; Kings lists Rehoboam as an evil king because of the idolatry
Whose advice did Rehoboam seek besides the elders? Be more harsh than Solomon with taxes
Why was Adoniram killed? He was the tax collector
What did Rehoboam intend to do because of this? Make war with the rebellious tribes of Israel
Why did he change his mind? A message from God through Shemaiah the prophet not to fight with Israel because it was God’s will that Israel separate from Judah
What did the Levites give up to come to Judah? Their property and lands outside the cities
How does 11:17-23 describe the rule of Rehoboam? as wise, good, and prosperous
Why did Shishak attack Judah in Rehoboam’s fifth year? Because Rehoboam had become unfaithful and turned away from God’s law
When the prophet explained the purpose for the attack, how did the people react? They said, “The Lord is just.”
How did God respond to the people’s humility? He did not allow Judah to be totally destroyed by Shishak
Compare the Chronicles and Kings descriptions of Rehoboam’s rule. Rehoboam is mentioned as a good and wise king in Chronicles at the beginning, which also mentions there was good in Judah; Kings lists Rehoboam as an evil king because of the idolatry
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
June 22: II Chronicles 10-12 The Rule of Rehoboam
What advice did Solomon’s advisers give Rehoboam about tax relief?
Whose advice did Rehoboam seek besides the elders?
Why was Adoniram killed?
What did Rehoboam intend to do because of this?
Why did he change his mind?
What did the Levites give up to come to Judah?
How does 11:17-23 describe the the rule of Rehoboam?
Why did Shishak attack Judah in Rehoboam’s fifth year?
When the prophet explained the purpose for the attack, how did the people react?
How did God respond to the people’s humility?
Compare the Chronicles and Kings descriptions of Rehoboam’s rule.
Whose advice did Rehoboam seek besides the elders?
Why was Adoniram killed?
What did Rehoboam intend to do because of this?
Why did he change his mind?
What did the Levites give up to come to Judah?
How does 11:17-23 describe the the rule of Rehoboam?
Why did Shishak attack Judah in Rehoboam’s fifth year?
When the prophet explained the purpose for the attack, how did the people react?
How did God respond to the people’s humility?
Compare the Chronicles and Kings descriptions of Rehoboam’s rule.
Answers to June 21 Questions
Why couldn’t Solomon’s wife live in David’s palace? Because the Ark of God had been there at one time and sanctified that place (Solomon’s wife was a heathen foreigner)
What were Hiram’s ships used to do? Deliver 450 talents of gold from Ophir
How did the queen of Sheba test Solomon’s wisdom? She asked him many hard questions
What was her reaction? She was very impressed; she heard magnificent reports, but she said that the reports did not even tell half the true story
How much gold did Solomon receive annually? 666 talents
What did Solomon make with all this gold? Shields, his throne, the temple and palace
What three prophets wrote about Solomon? Nathan, Ahijah, and Iddo
What about Solomon is omitted in the Chronicles account? His unfaithfulness to God because of marrying many foreign women and worshipping their gods
What were Hiram’s ships used to do? Deliver 450 talents of gold from Ophir
How did the queen of Sheba test Solomon’s wisdom? She asked him many hard questions
What was her reaction? She was very impressed; she heard magnificent reports, but she said that the reports did not even tell half the true story
How much gold did Solomon receive annually? 666 talents
What did Solomon make with all this gold? Shields, his throne, the temple and palace
What three prophets wrote about Solomon? Nathan, Ahijah, and Iddo
What about Solomon is omitted in the Chronicles account? His unfaithfulness to God because of marrying many foreign women and worshipping their gods
June 21: II Chronicles 8-9 Solomon’s Glory
Why couldn’t Solomon’s wife live in David’s palace?
What were Hiram’s ships used to do?
How did the queen of Sheba test Solomon’s wisdom?
What was her reaction?
How much gold did Solomon receive annually?
What did Solomon make with all this gold?
What three prophets wrote about Solomon?
What about Solomon is omitted in the Chronicles account?
What were Hiram’s ships used to do?
How did the queen of Sheba test Solomon’s wisdom?
What was her reaction?
How much gold did Solomon receive annually?
What did Solomon make with all this gold?
What three prophets wrote about Solomon?
What about Solomon is omitted in the Chronicles account?
Answers to June 20 Questions
Who was called to join in the occasion of brining the ark into the temple? All the heads of all the families in Israel
Who were authorized to play instruments in worship to God? The Levites
What happened when they praised the Lord? The glory of the Lord filled the temple like a cloud
How did Israel know that Jerusalem was the place God chose for the temple? God’s presence and the fulfillment of God’s promise concerning Solomon
What is the first part of Solomon’s prayer? Praise to God
How does 6:18 fit with 6:19-21? Solomon acknowledges the omnipresence of God but prays for God’s special presence and special favor to those who worship Him according to the Law
What situation does Solomon anticipate in 6:24-31? God’s chastening in various ways for Israel’s sin
Who else does Solomon want to pray to God? foreigners
When is 6:36-39 fulfilled? Assyrian Captivity and Babylonian Captivity
What is the last thing Solomon asks? Not to reject His anointed one
What happened after Solomon finished praying? Fire came from heaven and consumed the sacrifices on the altar
What was the reaction of the people? They worshiped and gave thanks to the Lord
How many sacrifices did they make that day? 22,000 cattle and 120,000 sheep and goats
What does God promise Solomon in 7:12-18? Everything Solomon requested in his prayer, on the condition of humility and repentance (especially forgiveness); that His Name and eyes and heart will always be there at the temple; Solomon’s royal line will be continuous if he remains faithful
What does God warn Solomon in 7:19-22? If he becomes unfaithful and worships other gods then God will reject Israel abandon the temple and make it an object lesson for the world
Who were authorized to play instruments in worship to God? The Levites
What happened when they praised the Lord? The glory of the Lord filled the temple like a cloud
How did Israel know that Jerusalem was the place God chose for the temple? God’s presence and the fulfillment of God’s promise concerning Solomon
What is the first part of Solomon’s prayer? Praise to God
How does 6:18 fit with 6:19-21? Solomon acknowledges the omnipresence of God but prays for God’s special presence and special favor to those who worship Him according to the Law
What situation does Solomon anticipate in 6:24-31? God’s chastening in various ways for Israel’s sin
Who else does Solomon want to pray to God? foreigners
When is 6:36-39 fulfilled? Assyrian Captivity and Babylonian Captivity
What is the last thing Solomon asks? Not to reject His anointed one
What happened after Solomon finished praying? Fire came from heaven and consumed the sacrifices on the altar
What was the reaction of the people? They worshiped and gave thanks to the Lord
How many sacrifices did they make that day? 22,000 cattle and 120,000 sheep and goats
What does God promise Solomon in 7:12-18? Everything Solomon requested in his prayer, on the condition of humility and repentance (especially forgiveness); that His Name and eyes and heart will always be there at the temple; Solomon’s royal line will be continuous if he remains faithful
What does God warn Solomon in 7:19-22? If he becomes unfaithful and worships other gods then God will reject Israel abandon the temple and make it an object lesson for the world
Saturday, June 19, 2010
June 20: II Chronicles 5-7 Solomon Dedicates the Temple
Who was called to join in the occasion of brining the ark into the temple?
Who were authorized to play instruments in worship to God?
What happened when they praised the Lord?
How did Israel know that Jerusalem was the place God chose for the temple?
What is the first part of Solomon’s prayer?
How does 6:18 fit with 6:19-21?
What situation does Solomon anticipate in 6:24-31?
Who else does Solomon want to pray to God?
When is 6:36-39 fulfilled?
What is the last thing Solomon asks?
What happened after Solomon finished praying?
What was the reaction of the people?
How many sacrifices did they make that day?
What does God promise Solomon in 7:12-18?
What does God warn Solomon in 7:19-22?
Who were authorized to play instruments in worship to God?
What happened when they praised the Lord?
How did Israel know that Jerusalem was the place God chose for the temple?
What is the first part of Solomon’s prayer?
How does 6:18 fit with 6:19-21?
What situation does Solomon anticipate in 6:24-31?
Who else does Solomon want to pray to God?
When is 6:36-39 fulfilled?
What is the last thing Solomon asks?
What happened after Solomon finished praying?
What was the reaction of the people?
How many sacrifices did they make that day?
What does God promise Solomon in 7:12-18?
What does God warn Solomon in 7:19-22?
Answers to June 19 Questions
Where was the tabernacle at the beginning of Solomon’s rule? Gibeon
How many burnt offerings did he make? 1000
What did God promise to give Solomon because he didn’t when he could have? Riches, wealth, honor, long life
How did Solomon summarize the temple worship in his message to Hiram? Burning incense, burnt offerings in the morning and evening, the showbread continually present, (weekly) Sabbaths, (monthly) New Moons, (annual) feast days
What did Hiram think about the Lord because of Solomon’s wisdom? God is great, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, the source of Solomon’s wisdom
Why did Solomon count the foreigners in the land? To put them to forced labor
What were the dimensions of the temple? 90 ft. long x 30 ft. wide
How much gold did he use? 600 talents
What sculptures were in the Most Holy Place? cherubim
What other designs were put on the walls and pillars? Palm trees, pomegranates on chainwork
What were the names of the pillars at the front of the temple? Jakin and Boaz
What was the purpose of the Sea? For purification of the priests (the bronze laver)
How large was the bronze altar? 30 ft. long x 30 ft. wide x a5 ft. high
How many wash basins, tables, and lampstands were made? Ten of each
What do all the items in 4:12-16 have in common? Huram made them all of bronze
What did all the items in 4:19-22 have in common? They are made of gold
How many burnt offerings did he make? 1000
What did God promise to give Solomon because he didn’t when he could have? Riches, wealth, honor, long life
How did Solomon summarize the temple worship in his message to Hiram? Burning incense, burnt offerings in the morning and evening, the showbread continually present, (weekly) Sabbaths, (monthly) New Moons, (annual) feast days
What did Hiram think about the Lord because of Solomon’s wisdom? God is great, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, the source of Solomon’s wisdom
Why did Solomon count the foreigners in the land? To put them to forced labor
What were the dimensions of the temple? 90 ft. long x 30 ft. wide
How much gold did he use? 600 talents
What sculptures were in the Most Holy Place? cherubim
What other designs were put on the walls and pillars? Palm trees, pomegranates on chainwork
What were the names of the pillars at the front of the temple? Jakin and Boaz
What was the purpose of the Sea? For purification of the priests (the bronze laver)
How large was the bronze altar? 30 ft. long x 30 ft. wide x a5 ft. high
How many wash basins, tables, and lampstands were made? Ten of each
What do all the items in 4:12-16 have in common? Huram made them all of bronze
What did all the items in 4:19-22 have in common? They are made of gold
Friday, June 18, 2010
June 19: II Chronicles 1-4 Solomon Builds the Temple
Where was the tabernacle at the beginning of Solomon’s rule?
How many burnt offerings did he make?
What did God promise to give Solomon because he didn’t when he could have?
How did Solomon summarize the temple worship in his message to Hiram?
What did Hiram think about the Lord because of Solomon’s wisdom?
Why did Solomon count the foreigners in the land?
What were the dimensions of the temple?
How much gold did he use?
What sculptures were in the Most Holy Place?
What other designs were put on the walls and pillars?
What were the names of the pillars at the front of the temple?
What was the purpose of the Sea?
How large was the bronze altar?
How many wash basins, tables, and lampstands were made?
What do all the items in 4:12-16 have in common?
What did all the items in 4:19-22 have in common?
How many burnt offerings did he make?
What did God promise to give Solomon because he didn’t when he could have?
How did Solomon summarize the temple worship in his message to Hiram?
What did Hiram think about the Lord because of Solomon’s wisdom?
Why did Solomon count the foreigners in the land?
What were the dimensions of the temple?
How much gold did he use?
What sculptures were in the Most Holy Place?
What other designs were put on the walls and pillars?
What were the names of the pillars at the front of the temple?
What was the purpose of the Sea?
How large was the bronze altar?
How many wash basins, tables, and lampstands were made?
What do all the items in 4:12-16 have in common?
What did all the items in 4:19-22 have in common?
Answers to June 18 Questions
Who read from the Book of the Covenant? Josiah
What did Josiah lead the people to do? Renew their covenant with God
What was removed from the temple? All the articles connected with worshipping Baal, Asherah, and astrology
What did Josiah do to the pagan places of worship? He desecrated them
Whose bones were not used to defile a pagan location? The young prophet who prophesied to Jereboam that Josiah would destroy and defile Bethel golden calf shrine
How does 23:25 describe Josiah? No king was as devoted as he was to keep God’s law
In spite of Josiah’s reforms, why was God still determined to punish Judah? Because of the innocent blood that Manasseh had shed
How did Josiah die? He was killed in battle with Pharaoh Necho
Who became king? Jehoahaz
What happened to him? He was deposed by Pharaoh Necho
Who became king after him? Jehoikim
According to 24:3, why did Babylon invade Judah? The sins of Manasseh, especially all the innocent blood that was shed
Who became king after Jehoiakim? Jehoichin
What is different about 24:12 in giving historical dates? Using Nebuchadnezzar’s rule as a reference point
What happened to Jehoichin when he surrendered to Nebuchadnezzar? He was taken to Babylon as a prisoner
Who replaced him as king in Judah? His uncle Mattaniah (Zedekiah)
Why did Nebuchadnezzar besiege Jerusalem nine years later? Zedekiah rebelled against Babylon (it was God’s punishment)
How long did the siege last? Eighteen months
What was taken from the temple? Everything remaining, gold, silver, etc.
Who was made governor of Judah? Gedaliah
What happened to him and his supporters? Ishmael started a revolt and killed them
What happened to Jehoichin in Babylon? He was released after 37 years and ate in the king’s court
What did Josiah lead the people to do? Renew their covenant with God
What was removed from the temple? All the articles connected with worshipping Baal, Asherah, and astrology
What did Josiah do to the pagan places of worship? He desecrated them
Whose bones were not used to defile a pagan location? The young prophet who prophesied to Jereboam that Josiah would destroy and defile Bethel golden calf shrine
How does 23:25 describe Josiah? No king was as devoted as he was to keep God’s law
In spite of Josiah’s reforms, why was God still determined to punish Judah? Because of the innocent blood that Manasseh had shed
How did Josiah die? He was killed in battle with Pharaoh Necho
Who became king? Jehoahaz
What happened to him? He was deposed by Pharaoh Necho
Who became king after him? Jehoikim
According to 24:3, why did Babylon invade Judah? The sins of Manasseh, especially all the innocent blood that was shed
Who became king after Jehoiakim? Jehoichin
What is different about 24:12 in giving historical dates? Using Nebuchadnezzar’s rule as a reference point
What happened to Jehoichin when he surrendered to Nebuchadnezzar? He was taken to Babylon as a prisoner
Who replaced him as king in Judah? His uncle Mattaniah (Zedekiah)
Why did Nebuchadnezzar besiege Jerusalem nine years later? Zedekiah rebelled against Babylon (it was God’s punishment)
How long did the siege last? Eighteen months
What was taken from the temple? Everything remaining, gold, silver, etc.
Who was made governor of Judah? Gedaliah
What happened to him and his supporters? Ishmael started a revolt and killed them
What happened to Jehoichin in Babylon? He was released after 37 years and ate in the king’s court
June 18: II Kings 23-25 The Fall of Judah
Who read from the Book of the Covenant?
What did Josiah lead the people to do?
What was removed from the temple?
What did Josiah do to the pagan places of worship?
Whose bones were not used to defile a pagan location?
How does verse 25 describe Josiah?
In spite of Josiah’s reforms, why was God still determined to punish Judah?
How did Josiah die?
Who became king?
What happened to him?
Who became king after him?
According to 24:3, why did Babylon invade Judah?
Who became king after Jehoiakim?
What is different about 24:12 in giving historical dates?
What happened to Jehoichin when he surrendered to Nebuchadnezzar?
Who replaced him as king in Judah?
Why did Nebuchadnezzar besiege Jerusalem nine years later?
How long did the siege last?
What was taken from the temple?
Who was made governor of Judah?
What happened to him and his supporters?
What happened to Jehoichin in Babylon?
What did Josiah lead the people to do?
What was removed from the temple?
What did Josiah do to the pagan places of worship?
Whose bones were not used to defile a pagan location?
How does verse 25 describe Josiah?
In spite of Josiah’s reforms, why was God still determined to punish Judah?
How did Josiah die?
Who became king?
What happened to him?
Who became king after him?
According to 24:3, why did Babylon invade Judah?
Who became king after Jehoiakim?
What is different about 24:12 in giving historical dates?
What happened to Jehoichin when he surrendered to Nebuchadnezzar?
Who replaced him as king in Judah?
Why did Nebuchadnezzar besiege Jerusalem nine years later?
How long did the siege last?
What was taken from the temple?
Who was made governor of Judah?
What happened to him and his supporters?
What happened to Jehoichin in Babylon?
Answers to June 17 Questions
How old was Manasseh when he became king? 12
What kinds of idolatry did he practice? Everything…occult, astrology, Baal, Asherah, human sacrifices, etc.
What did God promise to do to Judah because of Manasseh’s sins? Destroy Judah and send them out of the land
How long did he rule? 55 years
Who became king after he died? Amon
What happened to him? His officials assassinated him
Who became king after him? Josiah
How old was he when he became king? eight
What did they find in the temple when they were cleaning and repairing it? The book of the law
Why did Josiah tear his robes? He realized that Judah was doomed based upon God’s word
What message did Huldah the prophetess give to Josiah? Judah is doomed to destruction because of its sins, but not in his lifetime because of his contrition
What kinds of idolatry did he practice? Everything…occult, astrology, Baal, Asherah, human sacrifices, etc.
What did God promise to do to Judah because of Manasseh’s sins? Destroy Judah and send them out of the land
How long did he rule? 55 years
Who became king after he died? Amon
What happened to him? His officials assassinated him
Who became king after him? Josiah
How old was he when he became king? eight
What did they find in the temple when they were cleaning and repairing it? The book of the law
Why did Josiah tear his robes? He realized that Judah was doomed based upon God’s word
What message did Huldah the prophetess give to Josiah? Judah is doomed to destruction because of its sins, but not in his lifetime because of his contrition
Thursday, June 17, 2010
June 17: II Kings 21-22 The Rule of Manasseh and Josiah
How old was Manasseh when he became king?
What kinds of idolatry did he practice?
What did God promise to do to Judah because of Manasseh’s sins?
How long did he rule?
Who became king after he died?
What happened to him?
Who became king after him?
How old was he when he became king?
What did they find in the temple when they were cleaning and repairing it?
Why did Josiah tear his robes?
What message did Huldah the prophetess give to Josiah?
What kinds of idolatry did he practice?
What did God promise to do to Judah because of Manasseh’s sins?
How long did he rule?
Who became king after he died?
What happened to him?
Who became king after him?
How old was he when he became king?
What did they find in the temple when they were cleaning and repairing it?
Why did Josiah tear his robes?
What message did Huldah the prophetess give to Josiah?
Answers to June 16 Questions
What did Hezekiah do to the idols? He destroyed them
What special thing that was worshipped did he destroy? The brazen serpent
How else did Hezekiah show his great faith? prayer
What offer of Sennacharib did he give to Judah? Surrender and be taken to a better land
What did Isaiah say should be Judah’s response? Do not be afraid; Sennacherib will be afraid
Why did Sennacharib withdraw from Jerusalem? God send a spirit upon him and cause him to hear a rumor
What did Hezekiah do with Sennacharib’s written, final warning? He spread it out before the Lord and prayed
What was God’s answer through Isaiah? Assyria will be defeated
What sign did he give that they would be free? They would eat of their produce in the land
How many Assyrians were killed the next day? 185,000 By whom? An angel of the Lord
How did Sennacherib die? His sons killed him in the temple of Nisroch his god
What did Hezekiah do when Isaiah told him he would die in three days? Turned his face to the wall and prayed and wept bitterly
What did God promise Hezekiah? Fifteen extra years
What sign did He give of this prophecy? He moved the shadow that measured time back ten steps
Who befriended Hezekiah at this time? Babylon
How did he treat the envoys from Babylon? He showed them everything in the temple and his palace
What did Isaiah say the Babylonians would do? Come and take everything he showed them
What did Hezekiah think of this prophecy? He was happy with it because it wouldn’t happen in his lifetime
Who took his place as king? Manasseh
What special thing that was worshipped did he destroy? The brazen serpent
How else did Hezekiah show his great faith? prayer
What offer of Sennacharib did he give to Judah? Surrender and be taken to a better land
What did Isaiah say should be Judah’s response? Do not be afraid; Sennacherib will be afraid
Why did Sennacharib withdraw from Jerusalem? God send a spirit upon him and cause him to hear a rumor
What did Hezekiah do with Sennacharib’s written, final warning? He spread it out before the Lord and prayed
What was God’s answer through Isaiah? Assyria will be defeated
What sign did he give that they would be free? They would eat of their produce in the land
How many Assyrians were killed the next day? 185,000 By whom? An angel of the Lord
How did Sennacherib die? His sons killed him in the temple of Nisroch his god
What did Hezekiah do when Isaiah told him he would die in three days? Turned his face to the wall and prayed and wept bitterly
What did God promise Hezekiah? Fifteen extra years
What sign did He give of this prophecy? He moved the shadow that measured time back ten steps
Who befriended Hezekiah at this time? Babylon
How did he treat the envoys from Babylon? He showed them everything in the temple and his palace
What did Isaiah say the Babylonians would do? Come and take everything he showed them
What did Hezekiah think of this prophecy? He was happy with it because it wouldn’t happen in his lifetime
Who took his place as king? Manasseh
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
June 16: II Kings 18-20 The Rule of Hezekiah
What did Hezekiah do to the idols?
What special thing that was worshipped did he destroy?
How else did Hezekiah show his great faith?
What offer of Sennacharib did he give to Judah?
What did Isaiah say should be Judah’s response?
Why did Sennacharib withdraw from Jerusalem?
What did Hezekiah do with Sennacharib’s written, final warning?
What was God’s answer through Isaiah?
What sign did he give that they would be free?
How many Assyrians were killed the next day? By whom?
How did Sennacherib die?
What did Hezekiah do when Isaiah told him he would die in three days?
What did God promise Hezekiah?
What sign did He give of this prophecy?
Who befriended Hezekiah at this time?
How did he treat the envoys from Babylon?
What did Isaiah say the Babylonians would do?
What did Hezekiah think of this prophecy?
Who took his place as king?
What special thing that was worshipped did he destroy?
How else did Hezekiah show his great faith?
What offer of Sennacharib did he give to Judah?
What did Isaiah say should be Judah’s response?
Why did Sennacharib withdraw from Jerusalem?
What did Hezekiah do with Sennacharib’s written, final warning?
What was God’s answer through Isaiah?
What sign did he give that they would be free?
How many Assyrians were killed the next day? By whom?
How did Sennacherib die?
What did Hezekiah do when Isaiah told him he would die in three days?
What did God promise Hezekiah?
What sign did He give of this prophecy?
Who befriended Hezekiah at this time?
How did he treat the envoys from Babylon?
What did Isaiah say the Babylonians would do?
What did Hezekiah think of this prophecy?
Who took his place as king?
Answers to June 15 Questions
Who became king in Judah? Amaziah
Who did he defeat? Edom
Who did he challenge in battle? Jehoash, king of Israel
Who won? Jehoash
How did Amaziah die? He was assassinated by his own people
Who became king of Judah? His son Azariah
Who became king of Israel after Jehoash? Jereboam (the Second)
What territory did he restore to Israel’s control? The borders from Hamath to the Arabian Sea
Who became king after Jeroboam II? His son Zechariah
What problem did Azariah (Uzziah) have? leprosy
Who governed the people during his rule? His son Jotham
Who became king of Israel after Zechariah? Shallum How? He killed the king Zechariah
How long did Shallum rule? One month
Who killed him and became king? Menahem
What empire invaded and demanded tribute during this time? Assyria
Who succeeded Menahem as king in Israel? Pekahiah
What happened to him? He was killed by Pekah, one of his officers
Who became king of Israel? Pekah did
Who assassinated him and became king? Hoshea
Who became king in Judah after Jotham died? Ahaz
What kind of king was Ahaz? Very wicked
Who did he ask for help against Israel and Syria? Tiglath-Pileser, the king of Assyria
How did Ahaz pay him? He took all the gold and silver out of the temple and the palace and gave it to Assyria
Who became king of Judah after Ahaz? Hezekiah
Who became king of Assyria after Tiglath-Pileser? Shalmaneser
What did he do to Samaria and the rest of Israel? He destroyed it and carried the people into captivity
Who replaced them in Samaria? People from Babylon, Cuthah, Ava, Hamath, and Sepharvaim,
Why did lions kill them? Because they did not worship God
Why was a priest sent back to Samaria? To teach them how to worship God
What kind of religion continued in Samaria? idolatry
Who did he defeat? Edom
Who did he challenge in battle? Jehoash, king of Israel
Who won? Jehoash
How did Amaziah die? He was assassinated by his own people
Who became king of Judah? His son Azariah
Who became king of Israel after Jehoash? Jereboam (the Second)
What territory did he restore to Israel’s control? The borders from Hamath to the Arabian Sea
Who became king after Jeroboam II? His son Zechariah
What problem did Azariah (Uzziah) have? leprosy
Who governed the people during his rule? His son Jotham
Who became king of Israel after Zechariah? Shallum How? He killed the king Zechariah
How long did Shallum rule? One month
Who killed him and became king? Menahem
What empire invaded and demanded tribute during this time? Assyria
Who succeeded Menahem as king in Israel? Pekahiah
What happened to him? He was killed by Pekah, one of his officers
Who became king of Israel? Pekah did
Who assassinated him and became king? Hoshea
Who became king in Judah after Jotham died? Ahaz
What kind of king was Ahaz? Very wicked
Who did he ask for help against Israel and Syria? Tiglath-Pileser, the king of Assyria
How did Ahaz pay him? He took all the gold and silver out of the temple and the palace and gave it to Assyria
Who became king of Judah after Ahaz? Hezekiah
Who became king of Assyria after Tiglath-Pileser? Shalmaneser
What did he do to Samaria and the rest of Israel? He destroyed it and carried the people into captivity
Who replaced them in Samaria? People from Babylon, Cuthah, Ava, Hamath, and Sepharvaim,
Why did lions kill them? Because they did not worship God
Why was a priest sent back to Samaria? To teach them how to worship God
What kind of religion continued in Samaria? idolatry
Monday, June 14, 2010
June 15: II Kings 14-17 The Demise of the Northern Kingdom
Who became king in Judah?
Who did he defeat?
Who did he challenge in battle?
Who won?
How did Amaziah die?
Who became king of Judah?
Who became king of Israel after Jehoash?
What territory did he restore to Israel’s control?
Who became king after Jeroboam II?
What problem did Azariah (Uzziah) have?
Who governed the people during his rule?
Who became king of Israel after Zechariah? How?
How long did Shallum rule?
Who killed him and became king?
What empire invaded and demanded tribute during this time?
Who succeeded Menahem as king in Israel?
What happened to him?
Who became king of Israel?
Who assassinated him and became king?
Who became king in Judah after Jotham died?
What kind of king was Ahaz?
Who did he ask for help against Israel and Syria?
How did Ahaz pay him?
Who became king of Judah after Ahaz?
Who became king of Assyria after Tiglath-Pileser?
What did he do to Samaria and the rest of Israel?
Who replaced them in Samaria?
Why did lions kill them?
Why was a priest sent back to Samaria?
What kind of religion continued in Samaria?
Who did he defeat?
Who did he challenge in battle?
Who won?
How did Amaziah die?
Who became king of Judah?
Who became king of Israel after Jehoash?
What territory did he restore to Israel’s control?
Who became king after Jeroboam II?
What problem did Azariah (Uzziah) have?
Who governed the people during his rule?
Who became king of Israel after Zechariah? How?
How long did Shallum rule?
Who killed him and became king?
What empire invaded and demanded tribute during this time?
Who succeeded Menahem as king in Israel?
What happened to him?
Who became king of Israel?
Who assassinated him and became king?
Who became king in Judah after Jotham died?
What kind of king was Ahaz?
Who did he ask for help against Israel and Syria?
How did Ahaz pay him?
Who became king of Judah after Ahaz?
Who became king of Assyria after Tiglath-Pileser?
What did he do to Samaria and the rest of Israel?
Who replaced them in Samaria?
Why did lions kill them?
Why was a priest sent back to Samaria?
What kind of religion continued in Samaria?
Answers to June 14 Questions
Who wanted to kill off David’s royal line in Judah? Athaliah, mother of Ahaziah
Who was hidden for six years? Joash Where? In the temple
Who arranged the guard for the child heir to the throne and crowned him king? Jehoiada the priest
Besides the crown, what else did Jehoiada give Joash? A copy of God’s law
How did the people show their desire to be faithful to God? They tore down the temple of Baal and killed the priest of Baal
What is the condition of the city after Athaliah’s death? Happy and peaceful
How long did Joash do right? As long as Jehoiada lived
How did Joash plan for the temple repairs to be paid? For the priests to collect the money from their constituents
Did this plan work? no
How did Joash change the plan? A central treasury by the altar at the temple
How did the priests survive without pay? From the payment for sin and trespass offerings
What concession did he make to the king of Syria? He gave all he could find in the royal treasuries and the temple treasury to pay him not to attack Jerusalem
How did he die? Two of his servants assassinated him after he became unfaithful
Who took his place? His son Amaziah
How was Jehoahaz better than the other kings of Israel? He humbly asked for God’s help because the oppression by Syria was so great
How was he the same? He kept the golden calf state religion
How large was his army? Ten chariots, 50 horsemen, 10,000 infantry
Who followed Jehoahaz as king of Israel? His son Jehoash
What is the meaning of the king’s expression in 13:14? It is what Elisha said to Elijah when he departed; the king knew Elisha was about to depart as well; he prays for the Lord’s help though Elisha would be gone
What did the arrows represent? God’s arrow of deliverance for Israel from Syria
What happened to a man who was buried in Elisha’s tomb? When his body touched his bones, he came back to life
When was 13:23 written? Before Israel was taken into Assyrian captivity
Who was hidden for six years? Joash Where? In the temple
Who arranged the guard for the child heir to the throne and crowned him king? Jehoiada the priest
Besides the crown, what else did Jehoiada give Joash? A copy of God’s law
How did the people show their desire to be faithful to God? They tore down the temple of Baal and killed the priest of Baal
What is the condition of the city after Athaliah’s death? Happy and peaceful
How long did Joash do right? As long as Jehoiada lived
How did Joash plan for the temple repairs to be paid? For the priests to collect the money from their constituents
Did this plan work? no
How did Joash change the plan? A central treasury by the altar at the temple
How did the priests survive without pay? From the payment for sin and trespass offerings
What concession did he make to the king of Syria? He gave all he could find in the royal treasuries and the temple treasury to pay him not to attack Jerusalem
How did he die? Two of his servants assassinated him after he became unfaithful
Who took his place? His son Amaziah
How was Jehoahaz better than the other kings of Israel? He humbly asked for God’s help because the oppression by Syria was so great
How was he the same? He kept the golden calf state religion
How large was his army? Ten chariots, 50 horsemen, 10,000 infantry
Who followed Jehoahaz as king of Israel? His son Jehoash
What is the meaning of the king’s expression in 13:14? It is what Elisha said to Elijah when he departed; the king knew Elisha was about to depart as well; he prays for the Lord’s help though Elisha would be gone
What did the arrows represent? God’s arrow of deliverance for Israel from Syria
What happened to a man who was buried in Elisha’s tomb? When his body touched his bones, he came back to life
When was 13:23 written? Before Israel was taken into Assyrian captivity
Sunday, June 13, 2010
June 14: II Kings 11-13 The Reforms of Jehoiada and Joash
Who wanted to kill off David’s royal line in Judah?
Who was hidden for six years? Where?
Who arranged the guard for the child heir to the throne and crowned him king?
Besides the crown, what else did Jehoida give Joash?
How did the people show their desire to be faithful to God?
What is the condition of the city after Athaliah’s death?
How long did Joash do right?
How did Joash plan for the temple repairs to be paid?
Did this plan work?
How did Joash change the plan?
How did the priests survive without pay?
What concession did he make to the king of Syria?
How did he die?
Who took his place?
How was Jehoahaz better than the other kings of Israel?
How was he the same?
How large was his army?
Who followed Jehoahaz as king of Israel?
What is the meaning of the king’s expression in 13:14?
What did the arrows represent?
What happened to a man who was buried in Elisha’s tomb?
When was 13:23 written?
Who was hidden for six years? Where?
Who arranged the guard for the child heir to the throne and crowned him king?
Besides the crown, what else did Jehoida give Joash?
How did the people show their desire to be faithful to God?
What is the condition of the city after Athaliah’s death?
How long did Joash do right?
How did Joash plan for the temple repairs to be paid?
Did this plan work?
How did Joash change the plan?
How did the priests survive without pay?
What concession did he make to the king of Syria?
How did he die?
Who took his place?
How was Jehoahaz better than the other kings of Israel?
How was he the same?
How large was his army?
Who followed Jehoahaz as king of Israel?
What is the meaning of the king’s expression in 13:14?
What did the arrows represent?
What happened to a man who was buried in Elisha’s tomb?
When was 13:23 written?
Answers to June 13 Questions
Why did Elisha tell the woman who was kind to him to leave Israel for seven years? There would be a severe famine for seven years
How was her kindness repaid by the king of Israel? He restored all her land and proceeds form the land for those seven years
What happened to the king of Syria? He was murdered in his bed
Who took his place? Hazael
Who replaced Jehoshaphat as king of Judah? His son Jehoram
Why did he do evil? He was married to Ahab’s daughter
Who was king of Judah after him? Ahaziah
Who did Elisha anoint as the new king of Israel? Jehu
What special instructions did Elisha give the new king? Utterly wipe out Ahab’s family and anyone who was associated with him
Did the new king have any trouble finding loyal followers? no
What was Jehu’s appropriate answer to Joram’s question? How can there be peace with all of the harlotries and witchcraft of Jezebel
Where did they meet? On the property of Naboth
How did Jehu kill Joram? With an arrow through the heart
Who else did he strike? Ahaziah, king of Judah, an ally of Joram, married into the family
Why did Jezebel call Jehu “Zimri?” He was notorious for assassinating his king (Baasha), so she was implying Jehu is a traitor
How did Jezebel die? She was thrown down by three eunuchs from the tower
How did Jehu persuade the people of Samaria to kill Ahab’s seventy sons? They had to prove whose side they were on. They had to defend those seventy or deliver their seventy heads to Jehu at Jezreel
What did Jehu do to them? He killed them
Who else did Jehu kill? The brothers of Ahaziah
Why did Jehu invite everyone to a feast for Baal? To worship Baal (it was to trap them all so he could get rid of all of them at the same time
What threat did Jehu make to his guards around the temple of Baal? If one gets away, that life is paid for by the guard’s life
How was the temple of Baal desecrated after Jehu’s actions? It was made a dung heap
What sin did Jehu continue like the other kings of Israel? The golden claves at Dan and Bethel
Who took his place when he died? His son Jehoahaz
How was her kindness repaid by the king of Israel? He restored all her land and proceeds form the land for those seven years
What happened to the king of Syria? He was murdered in his bed
Who took his place? Hazael
Who replaced Jehoshaphat as king of Judah? His son Jehoram
Why did he do evil? He was married to Ahab’s daughter
Who was king of Judah after him? Ahaziah
Who did Elisha anoint as the new king of Israel? Jehu
What special instructions did Elisha give the new king? Utterly wipe out Ahab’s family and anyone who was associated with him
Did the new king have any trouble finding loyal followers? no
What was Jehu’s appropriate answer to Joram’s question? How can there be peace with all of the harlotries and witchcraft of Jezebel
Where did they meet? On the property of Naboth
How did Jehu kill Joram? With an arrow through the heart
Who else did he strike? Ahaziah, king of Judah, an ally of Joram, married into the family
Why did Jezebel call Jehu “Zimri?” He was notorious for assassinating his king (Baasha), so she was implying Jehu is a traitor
How did Jezebel die? She was thrown down by three eunuchs from the tower
How did Jehu persuade the people of Samaria to kill Ahab’s seventy sons? They had to prove whose side they were on. They had to defend those seventy or deliver their seventy heads to Jehu at Jezreel
What did Jehu do to them? He killed them
Who else did Jehu kill? The brothers of Ahaziah
Why did Jehu invite everyone to a feast for Baal? To worship Baal (it was to trap them all so he could get rid of all of them at the same time
What threat did Jehu make to his guards around the temple of Baal? If one gets away, that life is paid for by the guard’s life
How was the temple of Baal desecrated after Jehu’s actions? It was made a dung heap
What sin did Jehu continue like the other kings of Israel? The golden claves at Dan and Bethel
Who took his place when he died? His son Jehoahaz
June 13: II Kings 8-10 Elisha Completes Elijah's Mission
Why did Elisha tell the woman who was kind to him to leave Israel for seven years?
How was her kindness repaid by the king of Israel?
What happened to the king of Syria?
Who took his place?
Who replaced Jehoshaphat as king of Judah?
Why did he do evil?
Who was king of Judah after him?
Who did Elisha anoint as the new king of Israel?
What special instructions did Elisha give the new king?
Did the new king have any trouble finding loyal followers?
What was Jehu’s appropriate answer to Joram’s question? Where did they meet?
How did Jehu kill Joram?
Who else did he strike?
Why did Jezebel call Jehu “Zimri?”
How did Jezebel die?
How did Jehu persuade the people of Samaria to kill Ahab’s seventy sons?
What did Jehu do to them?
Who else did Jehu kill?
Why did Jehu invite everyone to a feast for Baal?
What threat did Jehu make to his guards around the temple of Baal?
How was the temple of Baal desecrated after Jehu’s actions?
What sin did Jehu continue like the other kings of Israel?
Who took his place when he died?
How was her kindness repaid by the king of Israel?
What happened to the king of Syria?
Who took his place?
Who replaced Jehoshaphat as king of Judah?
Why did he do evil?
Who was king of Judah after him?
Who did Elisha anoint as the new king of Israel?
What special instructions did Elisha give the new king?
Did the new king have any trouble finding loyal followers?
What was Jehu’s appropriate answer to Joram’s question? Where did they meet?
How did Jehu kill Joram?
Who else did he strike?
Why did Jezebel call Jehu “Zimri?”
How did Jezebel die?
How did Jehu persuade the people of Samaria to kill Ahab’s seventy sons?
What did Jehu do to them?
Who else did Jehu kill?
Why did Jehu invite everyone to a feast for Baal?
What threat did Jehu make to his guards around the temple of Baal?
How was the temple of Baal desecrated after Jehu’s actions?
What sin did Jehu continue like the other kings of Israel?
Who took his place when he died?
Answers to June 12 Questions
Who was helped with the oil in all the jars they could find? A widow of one of the prophets
What did the Shunamite woman do for Elisha? Fed him whenever he came through, then built a room and furnished it for him to stay while passing through
What did Elisha offer to do for her? Anything she asked
What did Elisha promise her? A son a year from then
What happened to her son? He died
What did Elisha send Gehazzi to do? Take his staff, run to the boy’s house and lay the staff on the boy’s face
How did Elisha raise him from the dead? He lay upon the boy until he revived
Who made the stew for the prophets? Gehazi
What was wrong with it? Someone had picked some wild gourds and cut them up into the stew
How did Elisha make it good? Added some flour
How did Gehazi react to Elisha’s command to give 20 loaves to 100 men? He did not think it was enough
What was the result? Elisha promised it was enough and some left over, and it happened that way
Who was Naaman? Leader of Syria’s army
Who expressed the desire and possibility of a cure for Naaman? An Israelite slave girl captured by the Syrians who served Naaman’s wife
Who did Naaman talk to about this? His king for permission to go to Israel
To whom did the king of Syria send a letter about this? The king of Israel
What was his reaction? He tore his clothes being so upset thinking that the king of Syria was asking for a fight since there was no cure for leprosy
What message did Elisha send to the king of Israel? Send him to me and he will know there is a prophet in Israel
What did Elisha do to cleanse Naaman? Sent a messenger to the door to tell Naaman what to do
What did Naaman have to do to be cured? Immerse himself in the Jordan seven times
What was Naaman’s first reaction to Elisha’s instructions? Anger because he expected the prophet to perform a magnificent show
Who convinced Naaman to simply do what he was told? His servants
What did Naaman want to do for Elisha after he was cleansed? Give him a reward
What was Elisha’s answer? “As surely as the Lord lives, whom I serve, I will not accept a thing.”
What did Naaman promise to do in Syria? Not to worship any other god than the Lord
What did Gehazi decide to do? Get something of the reward that Naaman had brought
How did Elisha know what Gehazi did? By the Holy Spirit
What punishment did Gehazi receive? He received Naaman’s leprosy (he violated Lev. 14:8)
What miracle did Elisha do for one of the prophets in chapter 6? He recovered a borrowed axe head that fell into the river
How did God help the king of Israel many times in his war with Syria? He had divine knowledge where the Syrians would camp to attack, and Elisha would warn the king of Israel
What other help did God give Israel but Gehazi was blind to it? The armies of God were with Israel
Who was stricken with blindness? The army sent to capture Elisha Why? So they could be led to Samaria to be totally surrounded
What did Elisha tell the king to do with the captives? Feed them and give them water
What was the result of God’s kindness? They stopped attacking Israel
Who besieged Samaria? Ben-Hadad of Aram (Syria)
Why did a woman complain to the king? She wanted justice; two women made an arrangement to eat her child first, and then the other woman’s child next, but the other womon hid her child and reneged on the deal
What reaction did the king have to this event? He tore his clothes and swore to take it out on Elisha by cutting off his head
What good news did Elisha promise the king? Within 24 hours, the price of food would be much lower
Who doubted this prophecy? The assistant to the king
What dilemma did the four lepers have? To sit outside and die or surrender to the Syrians and hopefully get some food
What had happened to the Syrian army? An angel of the Lord caused a noise so that they assumed that Israel had hired the Egyptians and Hittites to attack them, so they fled, leaving everything behind
What did the lepers do at first? They started gathering whatever they could
Why did the not keep the good news to themselves? They feared punishment for not sharing good news
Did the king believe the lepers? No, so a scout patrol was sent out and confirmed the fleeing of the Syrians
When people heard the Syrian army was gone, what did they do? They rushed out to the Syrian camp to get food
What happened to the man who doubted Elisha’s prophecy? He was crushed in the rush at the gate
What did the Shunamite woman do for Elisha? Fed him whenever he came through, then built a room and furnished it for him to stay while passing through
What did Elisha offer to do for her? Anything she asked
What did Elisha promise her? A son a year from then
What happened to her son? He died
What did Elisha send Gehazzi to do? Take his staff, run to the boy’s house and lay the staff on the boy’s face
How did Elisha raise him from the dead? He lay upon the boy until he revived
Who made the stew for the prophets? Gehazi
What was wrong with it? Someone had picked some wild gourds and cut them up into the stew
How did Elisha make it good? Added some flour
How did Gehazi react to Elisha’s command to give 20 loaves to 100 men? He did not think it was enough
What was the result? Elisha promised it was enough and some left over, and it happened that way
Who was Naaman? Leader of Syria’s army
Who expressed the desire and possibility of a cure for Naaman? An Israelite slave girl captured by the Syrians who served Naaman’s wife
Who did Naaman talk to about this? His king for permission to go to Israel
To whom did the king of Syria send a letter about this? The king of Israel
What was his reaction? He tore his clothes being so upset thinking that the king of Syria was asking for a fight since there was no cure for leprosy
What message did Elisha send to the king of Israel? Send him to me and he will know there is a prophet in Israel
What did Elisha do to cleanse Naaman? Sent a messenger to the door to tell Naaman what to do
What did Naaman have to do to be cured? Immerse himself in the Jordan seven times
What was Naaman’s first reaction to Elisha’s instructions? Anger because he expected the prophet to perform a magnificent show
Who convinced Naaman to simply do what he was told? His servants
What did Naaman want to do for Elisha after he was cleansed? Give him a reward
What was Elisha’s answer? “As surely as the Lord lives, whom I serve, I will not accept a thing.”
What did Naaman promise to do in Syria? Not to worship any other god than the Lord
What did Gehazi decide to do? Get something of the reward that Naaman had brought
How did Elisha know what Gehazi did? By the Holy Spirit
What punishment did Gehazi receive? He received Naaman’s leprosy (he violated Lev. 14:8)
What miracle did Elisha do for one of the prophets in chapter 6? He recovered a borrowed axe head that fell into the river
How did God help the king of Israel many times in his war with Syria? He had divine knowledge where the Syrians would camp to attack, and Elisha would warn the king of Israel
What other help did God give Israel but Gehazi was blind to it? The armies of God were with Israel
Who was stricken with blindness? The army sent to capture Elisha Why? So they could be led to Samaria to be totally surrounded
What did Elisha tell the king to do with the captives? Feed them and give them water
What was the result of God’s kindness? They stopped attacking Israel
Who besieged Samaria? Ben-Hadad of Aram (Syria)
Why did a woman complain to the king? She wanted justice; two women made an arrangement to eat her child first, and then the other woman’s child next, but the other womon hid her child and reneged on the deal
What reaction did the king have to this event? He tore his clothes and swore to take it out on Elisha by cutting off his head
What good news did Elisha promise the king? Within 24 hours, the price of food would be much lower
Who doubted this prophecy? The assistant to the king
What dilemma did the four lepers have? To sit outside and die or surrender to the Syrians and hopefully get some food
What had happened to the Syrian army? An angel of the Lord caused a noise so that they assumed that Israel had hired the Egyptians and Hittites to attack them, so they fled, leaving everything behind
What did the lepers do at first? They started gathering whatever they could
Why did the not keep the good news to themselves? They feared punishment for not sharing good news
Did the king believe the lepers? No, so a scout patrol was sent out and confirmed the fleeing of the Syrians
When people heard the Syrian army was gone, what did they do? They rushed out to the Syrian camp to get food
What happened to the man who doubted Elisha’s prophecy? He was crushed in the rush at the gate
June 12: II Kings 4-7 The Deeds of Elisha
Who was helped with the oil in all the jars they could find?
What did the Shunamite woman do for Elisha?
What did Elisha offer to do for her?
What did Elisha promise her?
What happened to her son?
What did Elisha send Gehazzi to do?
How did Elisha raise him from the dead?
Who made the stew for the prophets?
Hat was wrong with it?
How did Elisha make it good?
How did Gehazi react to Elisha’s command to give 20 loaves to 100 men?
What was the result?
Who was Naaman?
Who expressed the desire and possibility of a cure for Naaman?
Who did Naaman talk to about this?
To whom did the king of Syria send a letter about this?
What was his reaction?
What message did Elisha send to the king of Israel?
What did Elisha do to cleanse Naaman?
What did Naaman have to do to be cured?
What was Naaman’s first reaction to Elisha’s instructions?
Who convinced Naaman to simply do what he was told?
What did Naaman want to do for Elisha after he was cleansed?
What was Elisha’s answer?
What did Naaman promise to do in Syria?
What did Gehazi decide to do?
How did Elisha know what Gehazi did?
What punishment did Gehazi receive?
What miracle did Elisha do for one of the prophets in chapter 6?
How did God help the king of Israel many times in his war with Syria?
What other help did God give Israel but Gehazi was blind to it?
Who was stricken with blindness? Why?
What did Elisha tell the king to do with the captives?
What was the result of God’s kindness?
Who beseiged Samaria?
Why did a woman complain to the king?
What reaction did the king have to this event?
What good news did Elisha promise the king?
Who doubted this prophecy?
What dilemma did the four lepers have?
What had happened to the Syrian army?
What did the lepers do at first?
Why did the not keep the good news to themselves?
Did the king believe the lepers?
When people heard the Syrian army was gone, what did they do?
What happened to the man who doubted Elisha’s prophecy?
What did the Shunamite woman do for Elisha?
What did Elisha offer to do for her?
What did Elisha promise her?
What happened to her son?
What did Elisha send Gehazzi to do?
How did Elisha raise him from the dead?
Who made the stew for the prophets?
Hat was wrong with it?
How did Elisha make it good?
How did Gehazi react to Elisha’s command to give 20 loaves to 100 men?
What was the result?
Who was Naaman?
Who expressed the desire and possibility of a cure for Naaman?
Who did Naaman talk to about this?
To whom did the king of Syria send a letter about this?
What was his reaction?
What message did Elisha send to the king of Israel?
What did Elisha do to cleanse Naaman?
What did Naaman have to do to be cured?
What was Naaman’s first reaction to Elisha’s instructions?
Who convinced Naaman to simply do what he was told?
What did Naaman want to do for Elisha after he was cleansed?
What was Elisha’s answer?
What did Naaman promise to do in Syria?
What did Gehazi decide to do?
How did Elisha know what Gehazi did?
What punishment did Gehazi receive?
What miracle did Elisha do for one of the prophets in chapter 6?
How did God help the king of Israel many times in his war with Syria?
What other help did God give Israel but Gehazi was blind to it?
Who was stricken with blindness? Why?
What did Elisha tell the king to do with the captives?
What was the result of God’s kindness?
Who beseiged Samaria?
Why did a woman complain to the king?
What reaction did the king have to this event?
What good news did Elisha promise the king?
Who doubted this prophecy?
What dilemma did the four lepers have?
What had happened to the Syrian army?
What did the lepers do at first?
Why did the not keep the good news to themselves?
Did the king believe the lepers?
When people heard the Syrian army was gone, what did they do?
What happened to the man who doubted Elisha’s prophecy?
Answers to June 11 Questions
Who did Ahaziah want to consult about his injury? Baal-Zebub, god of Ekron
What message did Elijah send Ahaziah? Ahaziah would not leave his bed but die
What happened to the first two groups of men Ahaziah sent for Elijah? Elijah called for fire to come down from heaven to kill them
Why didn’t this happen to the third group of fifty? The captian begged for mercy and God told Elijah to spare him
Who became king of Israel after Ahaziah? Joram
Where did God send Elijah from Gilgal? Bethel
Where did God send Elijah from Bethel? Jericho
Where did He go after Jericho? To the Jordan
What was unusual about their crossing of the Jordan? Elijah struck the waters with his cloak and the waters separated
What did Elisha ask for when Elijah asked him what he wanted from him? A double portion of his Spirit
List each event in chapter 2 that confirms that Elisha received Elijah’s Spirit. He saw Elijah taken into heaven with chariots of fire; he struck the Jordan and it parted like it did for Elijah; he healed the waters of Jericho by throwing salt into the water; he cursed 42 juvenile delinquents who were mocking him on the way to Bethel
What good thing did Joram do? He removed the Baal idol
What bad thing did he do? He continued the state religion of the two golden calves
What three kings united to fight Moab? Joram of Israel, Jehoshaphat of Judah, and the king of Edom
What is the difference between the attitudes of Joram and Jehoshaphat? Joram is faithless, Jehoshaphat had faith in God and desired God’s guidance
What did Elisha tell Israel to do? Dig ditches which would be filled with water for them and their animals to drink
What problem did this solve? They had run out of water after seven days in the desert of Edom
How did this help Israel win the war with Moab? The Moabites saw the red morning sun reflected by the water and assumed it was blood from the three countries killing each other; they didn’t expect to find all that water in the desert, so they walked into a trap
What did the men do to the land of Moab? Destroyed the towns and put rocks in all their fields, stopped up all the springs and cut down all the trees
What did the king of Moab do when he lost the battle with Israel? He tried to attack Edom; he even sacrificed his son for his gods’ favor but to no avail
What message did Elijah send Ahaziah? Ahaziah would not leave his bed but die
What happened to the first two groups of men Ahaziah sent for Elijah? Elijah called for fire to come down from heaven to kill them
Why didn’t this happen to the third group of fifty? The captian begged for mercy and God told Elijah to spare him
Who became king of Israel after Ahaziah? Joram
Where did God send Elijah from Gilgal? Bethel
Where did God send Elijah from Bethel? Jericho
Where did He go after Jericho? To the Jordan
What was unusual about their crossing of the Jordan? Elijah struck the waters with his cloak and the waters separated
What did Elisha ask for when Elijah asked him what he wanted from him? A double portion of his Spirit
List each event in chapter 2 that confirms that Elisha received Elijah’s Spirit. He saw Elijah taken into heaven with chariots of fire; he struck the Jordan and it parted like it did for Elijah; he healed the waters of Jericho by throwing salt into the water; he cursed 42 juvenile delinquents who were mocking him on the way to Bethel
What good thing did Joram do? He removed the Baal idol
What bad thing did he do? He continued the state religion of the two golden calves
What three kings united to fight Moab? Joram of Israel, Jehoshaphat of Judah, and the king of Edom
What is the difference between the attitudes of Joram and Jehoshaphat? Joram is faithless, Jehoshaphat had faith in God and desired God’s guidance
What did Elisha tell Israel to do? Dig ditches which would be filled with water for them and their animals to drink
What problem did this solve? They had run out of water after seven days in the desert of Edom
How did this help Israel win the war with Moab? The Moabites saw the red morning sun reflected by the water and assumed it was blood from the three countries killing each other; they didn’t expect to find all that water in the desert, so they walked into a trap
What did the men do to the land of Moab? Destroyed the towns and put rocks in all their fields, stopped up all the springs and cut down all the trees
What did the king of Moab do when he lost the battle with Israel? He tried to attack Edom; he even sacrificed his son for his gods’ favor but to no avail
June 11: II Kings 1-3 Elisha Replaces Elijah
Who did Ahaziah want to consult about his injury?
What message did Elijah send Ahaziah?
What happened to the first two groups of men Ahaziah sent for Elijah?
Why didn’t this happen to the third group of fifty?
Who became king of Israel after Ahaziah?
Where did God send Elijah from Gilgal?
Where did God send Elijah from Bethel?
Where did He go after Jericho?
What was unusual about their crossing of the Jordan?
What did Elisha ask for when Elijah asked him what he wanted from him?
List each event in chapter 2 that confirms that Elisha received Elijah’s Spirit.
What good thing did Joram do?
What bad thing did he do?
What three kings united to fight Moab?
What is the difference between the attitudes of Joram and Jehoshaphat?
What did Elisha tell Israel to do?
What problem did this solve?
How did this help Israel win the war with Moab?
What did the men do to the land of Moab?
What did the king of Moab do when he lost the battle with Israel?
What message did Elijah send Ahaziah?
What happened to the first two groups of men Ahaziah sent for Elijah?
Why didn’t this happen to the third group of fifty?
Who became king of Israel after Ahaziah?
Where did God send Elijah from Gilgal?
Where did God send Elijah from Bethel?
Where did He go after Jericho?
What was unusual about their crossing of the Jordan?
What did Elisha ask for when Elijah asked him what he wanted from him?
List each event in chapter 2 that confirms that Elisha received Elijah’s Spirit.
What good thing did Joram do?
What bad thing did he do?
What three kings united to fight Moab?
What is the difference between the attitudes of Joram and Jehoshaphat?
What did Elisha tell Israel to do?
What problem did this solve?
How did this help Israel win the war with Moab?
What did the men do to the land of Moab?
What did the king of Moab do when he lost the battle with Israel?
Answers to June 10 Questions
What did the king of Syria want from Ahab? Everything, gold silver, his wives and children
What is the meaning of verse 11? You shouldn’t boast before a fight; only after winning are you in a position to boast
What did God promise Ahab through a prophet? God would deliver the enemy multitude into Ahab’s hand so that he would know who is the true God
Why did Syria want to fight Israel on the plain instead of the hills the next year? They foolishly thought that the gods of the plains would favor them whereas the gods of the hills favored Israel
Why did God give Ahab the victory? To show that is the only true God over all things and prove He is not limited to power over a specific area as the Syrians believed
Why did Ahab spare Ben-Hadad? He said he was his brother
What agreement did they make? Syria would restore the cities taken by his father and they established a trade agreement
What happened to the man who did not hit the prophet? A lion killed him for not obeying
Why did the prophet ask to be hit? To appear that he was injured in the battle
What message did he give Ahab? Just as he had to pay for the man he let escape, Ahab would pay for sparing Ben Hadad when God had committed him to death
How did Ahab feel after he heard this? Sullen and displeased
Why did Ahab want Naboth’s vineyard? For a vegetable garden close to his house
Why did Naboth refuse to sell it to Ahab? It was wrong to sell his inheritance
What did Ahab do then? He went home and pouted
What did Jezebel do? She got false witnesses against Naboth so that she could take his vineyard away
What was the accusation against Naboth? Blasphemy against God and the king
What did Ahab do when he heard Naboth was dead? He went to take possession of Naboth’s vineyard
What message did Elijah give Ahab because of Naboth’s death? He would have no heir (no inheritance), dogs would lick up his blood where they licked up Naboth’s blood, Jezebel’s body would be eaten by dogs at the wall of Jezreel
How did Ahab react to this prophecy? He mourned and humbled himself
What effect did this have on God’s punishment of Ahab? He did not bring the destruction in his day but in his sons’ day
What was the difference between Ahab and Jehoshaphat? Jehoshaphat believed in God; Ahab believed in Baal
What did all the prophets advise in the fight for Ramoth Gilead? Take it because God would give them victory
Who was the only one who spoke for the Lord? Micaiah
How did he explain the work of the false prophets? A lying spirit volunteered to lead the false prophets to lie in order to convince Ahab to go to battle so he would die according to God’s will
How did Ahab die in battle? A “random” arrow
Who took his place? Ahaziah
Who followed Jehoshaphat as king of Judah? Jehoram
What is the meaning of verse 11? You shouldn’t boast before a fight; only after winning are you in a position to boast
What did God promise Ahab through a prophet? God would deliver the enemy multitude into Ahab’s hand so that he would know who is the true God
Why did Syria want to fight Israel on the plain instead of the hills the next year? They foolishly thought that the gods of the plains would favor them whereas the gods of the hills favored Israel
Why did God give Ahab the victory? To show that is the only true God over all things and prove He is not limited to power over a specific area as the Syrians believed
Why did Ahab spare Ben-Hadad? He said he was his brother
What agreement did they make? Syria would restore the cities taken by his father and they established a trade agreement
What happened to the man who did not hit the prophet? A lion killed him for not obeying
Why did the prophet ask to be hit? To appear that he was injured in the battle
What message did he give Ahab? Just as he had to pay for the man he let escape, Ahab would pay for sparing Ben Hadad when God had committed him to death
How did Ahab feel after he heard this? Sullen and displeased
Why did Ahab want Naboth’s vineyard? For a vegetable garden close to his house
Why did Naboth refuse to sell it to Ahab? It was wrong to sell his inheritance
What did Ahab do then? He went home and pouted
What did Jezebel do? She got false witnesses against Naboth so that she could take his vineyard away
What was the accusation against Naboth? Blasphemy against God and the king
What did Ahab do when he heard Naboth was dead? He went to take possession of Naboth’s vineyard
What message did Elijah give Ahab because of Naboth’s death? He would have no heir (no inheritance), dogs would lick up his blood where they licked up Naboth’s blood, Jezebel’s body would be eaten by dogs at the wall of Jezreel
How did Ahab react to this prophecy? He mourned and humbled himself
What effect did this have on God’s punishment of Ahab? He did not bring the destruction in his day but in his sons’ day
What was the difference between Ahab and Jehoshaphat? Jehoshaphat believed in God; Ahab believed in Baal
What did all the prophets advise in the fight for Ramoth Gilead? Take it because God would give them victory
Who was the only one who spoke for the Lord? Micaiah
How did he explain the work of the false prophets? A lying spirit volunteered to lead the false prophets to lie in order to convince Ahab to go to battle so he would die according to God’s will
How did Ahab die in battle? A “random” arrow
Who took his place? Ahaziah
Who followed Jehoshaphat as king of Judah? Jehoram
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
June 10: I Kings 20-22 The Fall of Ahab
What did the king of Syria want from Ahab?
What is the meaning of verse 11?
What did God promise Ahab through a prophet?
Why did Syria want to fight Israel on the plain instead of the hills the next year?
Why did God give Ahab the victory?
Why did Ahab spare Ben-Hadad?
What agreement did they make?
What happened to the man who did not hit the prophet?
Why did the prophet ask to be hit?
What message did he give Ahab?
How did Ahab feel after he heard this?
Why did Ahab want Naboth’s vineyard?
Why did Naboth refuse to sell it to Ahab?
What did Ahab do then?
What did Jezebel do?
What was the accusation against Naboth?
What did Ahab do when he heard Naboth was dead?
What message did Elijah give Ahab because of Naboth’s death?
How did Ahab react to this prophecy?
What effect did this have on God’s punishment of Ahab?
What was the difference between Ahab and Jehoshaphat?
What did all the prophets advise in the fight for Ramoth Gilead?
Who was the only one who spoke for the Lord?
How did he explain the work of the false prophets?
How did Ahab die in battle?
Who took his place?
Who followed Jehoshaphat as king of Judah?
What is the meaning of verse 11?
What did God promise Ahab through a prophet?
Why did Syria want to fight Israel on the plain instead of the hills the next year?
Why did God give Ahab the victory?
Why did Ahab spare Ben-Hadad?
What agreement did they make?
What happened to the man who did not hit the prophet?
Why did the prophet ask to be hit?
What message did he give Ahab?
How did Ahab feel after he heard this?
Why did Ahab want Naboth’s vineyard?
Why did Naboth refuse to sell it to Ahab?
What did Ahab do then?
What did Jezebel do?
What was the accusation against Naboth?
What did Ahab do when he heard Naboth was dead?
What message did Elijah give Ahab because of Naboth’s death?
How did Ahab react to this prophecy?
What effect did this have on God’s punishment of Ahab?
What was the difference between Ahab and Jehoshaphat?
What did all the prophets advise in the fight for Ramoth Gilead?
Who was the only one who spoke for the Lord?
How did he explain the work of the false prophets?
How did Ahab die in battle?
Who took his place?
Who followed Jehoshaphat as king of Judah?
Answers to June 9 Questions
How did God provide for Elijah during the drought? ravens fed him bread and meat twice a day, and he drank from the brook Cherith
After the brook dried up, where did Elijah go? A widow’s house in Zeraphath
How did she show faith in God? She first made a cake for Elijah as he told her to do before using the last of what she had for herself
Why did the widow believe her son died? As punishment for past sin in her life
What conclusion did she draw after Elijah revived her son? She was now convinced that Elijah was a man of God and that the Lord’s word in his mouth is the truth
What had Obadiah done for 100 prophets of the Lord? Hid them in two caves to save them from being killed by Jezebel
Why did Ahab call Elijah a troubler of Israel? Because of the drought that Elijah sent
What was Elijah’s response? Ahab was the real troubler of Israel by bringing in idolatry
Where was the contest to prove which God was true? Mt. Carmel
What did the prophets of Baal do to call their God? Cry out, leap around their altar,, cut themselves
What commentary did Elijah make? He made fun of their efforts to be heard by Baal
What did Elijah command to be put on the altar three times? Water to saturate the sacrifice
What did he pray would happen to the hearts of Israel? That Israel would know that the Lord is God and turn their hearts to Him again
What happened to the prophets of Baal? Elijah ordered them to be killed.
What did Elijah tell Ahab to do? To eat and drink because rain is coming
What did Ahab do after he left Mt. Carmel? He ran home and told Jezebel everything Elijah did
What did Jezebel threaten to do to Elijah? Kill him
What did Elijah do? He ran away
What did he ask God to do? Take his life
Where did he go? To Sinai
How did God reveal Himself to Elijah? In a small still voice
What did God tell Elijah to do? Get up, go and anoint Hazael king of Syria, Jehu to replace Ahab, and Elisha to replace him
After the brook dried up, where did Elijah go? A widow’s house in Zeraphath
How did she show faith in God? She first made a cake for Elijah as he told her to do before using the last of what she had for herself
Why did the widow believe her son died? As punishment for past sin in her life
What conclusion did she draw after Elijah revived her son? She was now convinced that Elijah was a man of God and that the Lord’s word in his mouth is the truth
What had Obadiah done for 100 prophets of the Lord? Hid them in two caves to save them from being killed by Jezebel
Why did Ahab call Elijah a troubler of Israel? Because of the drought that Elijah sent
What was Elijah’s response? Ahab was the real troubler of Israel by bringing in idolatry
Where was the contest to prove which God was true? Mt. Carmel
What did the prophets of Baal do to call their God? Cry out, leap around their altar,, cut themselves
What commentary did Elijah make? He made fun of their efforts to be heard by Baal
What did Elijah command to be put on the altar three times? Water to saturate the sacrifice
What did he pray would happen to the hearts of Israel? That Israel would know that the Lord is God and turn their hearts to Him again
What happened to the prophets of Baal? Elijah ordered them to be killed.
What did Elijah tell Ahab to do? To eat and drink because rain is coming
What did Ahab do after he left Mt. Carmel? He ran home and told Jezebel everything Elijah did
What did Jezebel threaten to do to Elijah? Kill him
What did Elijah do? He ran away
What did he ask God to do? Take his life
Where did he go? To Sinai
How did God reveal Himself to Elijah? In a small still voice
What did God tell Elijah to do? Get up, go and anoint Hazael king of Syria, Jehu to replace Ahab, and Elisha to replace him
June 9: I Kings 17-19 Ahab and Elijah
How did God provide for Elijah during the drought?
After the brook dried up, where did Elijah go?
How did she show faith in God?
Why did the widow believe her son died?
What conclusion did she draw after Elijah revived her son?
What had Obadiah done for 100 prophets of the Lord?
Why did Ahab call Elijah a troubler of Israel?
What was Elijah’s response?
Where was the contest to prove which God was true?
What did the prophets of Baal do to call their God?
What commentary did Elijah make?
What did Elijah command to be put on the altar three times?
What did he pray would happen to the hearts of Israel?
What happened to the prophets of Baal?
What did Elijah tell Ahab to do?
What did Ahab do after he left Mt. Carmel?
What did Jezebel threaten to do to Elijah?
What did Elijah do?
What did he ask God to do?
Where did he go?
How did God reveal Himself to Elijah?
What did God tell Elijah to do?
After the brook dried up, where did Elijah go?
How did she show faith in God?
Why did the widow believe her son died?
What conclusion did she draw after Elijah revived her son?
What had Obadiah done for 100 prophets of the Lord?
Why did Ahab call Elijah a troubler of Israel?
What was Elijah’s response?
Where was the contest to prove which God was true?
What did the prophets of Baal do to call their God?
What commentary did Elijah make?
What did Elijah command to be put on the altar three times?
What did he pray would happen to the hearts of Israel?
What happened to the prophets of Baal?
What did Elijah tell Ahab to do?
What did Ahab do after he left Mt. Carmel?
What did Jezebel threaten to do to Elijah?
What did Elijah do?
What did he ask God to do?
Where did he go?
How did God reveal Himself to Elijah?
What did God tell Elijah to do?
Answers to June 8 Questions
Whose prophecy did Jeroboam seek concerning his sick son? Ahijah
What was the prophecy? Abijah would die, Jereboam’s dynasty would end
Why would Abijah be the only one in Jeroboam’s family to be buried? God saw good in him
What did he say would happen to Israel because of Jeroboam? Israel would be carried off into captivity because of Jereboam’s false state religion
Who became king after Jeroboam? His son Nadab
What was the main event in Rehoboam’s rule? Egypt invaded Judah and took the temple treasury and royal treasury
What increased in the land during his rule? Idolatry and immorality
Who replaced him as king of Judah? His son Abijam (Abijah)
What kind of king was Abijah? evil
Who replaced Abijah? Asa
Who was his chief rival in Israel? Baasha king of Israel
How did he persuade Syria to be his ally and oppose Israel? He gave a gift of gold and silver and asked for a treaty like their two fathers had
Who was sent to prophesy against Baasha? Jehu son of Hanani
Who replaced Baasha as king of Israel for two years? His son Elah
Who killed him? Zimri, on of his military leaders
How long did he rule? Seven days
How long did Israel have civil war until Omri prevailed? Four years
What kind of king was Omri compared to the other kings of Israel? The worst ever
Who was his son who took his place? Ahab
Who did he marry? Jezebel daughter of the Sidonian king Ethbaal
What happened in Jericho at that time? It was rebuilt with the curses of Joshua fulfilled by it
What was the prophecy? Abijah would die, Jereboam’s dynasty would end
Why would Abijah be the only one in Jeroboam’s family to be buried? God saw good in him
What did he say would happen to Israel because of Jeroboam? Israel would be carried off into captivity because of Jereboam’s false state religion
Who became king after Jeroboam? His son Nadab
What was the main event in Rehoboam’s rule? Egypt invaded Judah and took the temple treasury and royal treasury
What increased in the land during his rule? Idolatry and immorality
Who replaced him as king of Judah? His son Abijam (Abijah)
What kind of king was Abijah? evil
Who replaced Abijah? Asa
Who was his chief rival in Israel? Baasha king of Israel
How did he persuade Syria to be his ally and oppose Israel? He gave a gift of gold and silver and asked for a treaty like their two fathers had
Who was sent to prophesy against Baasha? Jehu son of Hanani
Who replaced Baasha as king of Israel for two years? His son Elah
Who killed him? Zimri, on of his military leaders
How long did he rule? Seven days
How long did Israel have civil war until Omri prevailed? Four years
What kind of king was Omri compared to the other kings of Israel? The worst ever
Who was his son who took his place? Ahab
Who did he marry? Jezebel daughter of the Sidonian king Ethbaal
What happened in Jericho at that time? It was rebuilt with the curses of Joshua fulfilled by it
June 8: I Kings 14-16 The Divided Kingdom
Whose prophecy did Jeroboam seek concerning his sick son?
What was the prophecy?
Why would Abijah be the only one in Jeroboam’s family to be buried?
What did he say would happen to Israel because of Jeroboam?
Who became king after Jeroboam?
What was the main event in Rehoboam’s rule?
What increased in the land during his rule?
Who replaced him as king of Judah?
What kind of king was Abijah?
Who replaced Abijah?
Who was his chief rival in Israel?
How did he persuade Syria to be his ally and oppose Israel?
Who was sent to prophesy against Baasha?
Who replaced Baasha as king of Israel for two years?
Who killed him?
How long did he rule?
How long did Israel have civil war until Omri prevailed?
What kind of king was Omri compared to the other kings of Israel?
Who was his son who took his place?
Who did he marry?
What happened in Jericho at that time?
What was the prophecy?
Why would Abijah be the only one in Jeroboam’s family to be buried?
What did he say would happen to Israel because of Jeroboam?
Who became king after Jeroboam?
What was the main event in Rehoboam’s rule?
What increased in the land during his rule?
Who replaced him as king of Judah?
What kind of king was Abijah?
Who replaced Abijah?
Who was his chief rival in Israel?
How did he persuade Syria to be his ally and oppose Israel?
Who was sent to prophesy against Baasha?
Who replaced Baasha as king of Israel for two years?
Who killed him?
How long did he rule?
How long did Israel have civil war until Omri prevailed?
What kind of king was Omri compared to the other kings of Israel?
Who was his son who took his place?
Who did he marry?
What happened in Jericho at that time?
Monday, June 7, 2010
Answers to June 7 Questions
Why did Solomon begin to practice idolatry? He married foreign women who worshiped idols
How did God tell Solomon that He would punish his unfaithfulness? He would take a majority of the kingdom away from his son
Name Solomon’s three enemies. Hadad of Edom, Rezon of Zobah who ruled in Syria, and Jereboam from Ephraim
What prophet prophesied Jeroboam’s rule over the majority of Israel? Ahijah
Who became king after Solomon died? Rehoboam
When Jeroboam asked for tax relief, who advised wisely? The older men who had counseled Solomon
Who did not? The young friends of Rehoboam
What advice did Rehoboam follow? His friends’
What did Shemaiah the prophet tell Rehoboam? Not to fight against Israel for rebelling against hiom because it was God’s will
What did Jeroboam build to prevent Israelites from going to Jerusalem? Two golden calves Where? At Dan and Bethel
Who was sent to prophesy against Jeroboam’s idolatry? A young man
Who did he specify would kill Jeroboam’s priests? a descendant of David named Josiah
What miraculous signs happened immediately as proof of the future prophecy? The altar would split in two
Why did the prophet refuse Jeroboam’s reward after restoring his hand? He was commanded by God not to eat or drink anything
What did the old prophet say to convince the young prophet to come to his home? He is also a prophet and an angel of God told him to take him home and feed him
What happened to the young prophet? He was killed by a lion on the way
What does this lesson teach? Don’t believe someone who claims new revelation that contradicts what God has already said; believing such a lie is spiritually fatal
How did God tell Solomon that He would punish his unfaithfulness? He would take a majority of the kingdom away from his son
Name Solomon’s three enemies. Hadad of Edom, Rezon of Zobah who ruled in Syria, and Jereboam from Ephraim
What prophet prophesied Jeroboam’s rule over the majority of Israel? Ahijah
Who became king after Solomon died? Rehoboam
When Jeroboam asked for tax relief, who advised wisely? The older men who had counseled Solomon
Who did not? The young friends of Rehoboam
What advice did Rehoboam follow? His friends’
What did Shemaiah the prophet tell Rehoboam? Not to fight against Israel for rebelling against hiom because it was God’s will
What did Jeroboam build to prevent Israelites from going to Jerusalem? Two golden calves Where? At Dan and Bethel
Who was sent to prophesy against Jeroboam’s idolatry? A young man
Who did he specify would kill Jeroboam’s priests? a descendant of David named Josiah
What miraculous signs happened immediately as proof of the future prophecy? The altar would split in two
Why did the prophet refuse Jeroboam’s reward after restoring his hand? He was commanded by God not to eat or drink anything
What did the old prophet say to convince the young prophet to come to his home? He is also a prophet and an angel of God told him to take him home and feed him
What happened to the young prophet? He was killed by a lion on the way
What does this lesson teach? Don’t believe someone who claims new revelation that contradicts what God has already said; believing such a lie is spiritually fatal
June 7: I Kings 11-13 Solomon’s Apostasy and Its Consequences
Why did Solomon begin to practice idolatry?
How did God tell Solomon that He would punish his unfaithfulness?
Name Solomon’s three enemies.
What prophet prophesied Jeroboam’s rule over the majority of Israel?
Who became king after Solomon died?
When Jeroboam asked for tax relief, who advised wisely?
Who did not?
What advice did Rehoboam follow?
What did Shemaiah the prophet tell Rehoboam?
What did Jeroboam build to prevent Israelites from going to Jerusalem? Where?
Who was sent to prophesy against Jeroboam’s idolatry?
Who did he specify would kill Jeroboam’s priests?
What miraculous signs happened immediately as proof of the future prophecy?
Why did the prophet refuse Jeroboam’s reward after restoring his hand?
What did the old prophet say to convince the young prophet to come to his home?
What happened to the young prophet?
What does this lesson teach?
How did God tell Solomon that He would punish his unfaithfulness?
Name Solomon’s three enemies.
What prophet prophesied Jeroboam’s rule over the majority of Israel?
Who became king after Solomon died?
When Jeroboam asked for tax relief, who advised wisely?
Who did not?
What advice did Rehoboam follow?
What did Shemaiah the prophet tell Rehoboam?
What did Jeroboam build to prevent Israelites from going to Jerusalem? Where?
Who was sent to prophesy against Jeroboam’s idolatry?
Who did he specify would kill Jeroboam’s priests?
What miraculous signs happened immediately as proof of the future prophecy?
Why did the prophet refuse Jeroboam’s reward after restoring his hand?
What did the old prophet say to convince the young prophet to come to his home?
What happened to the young prophet?
What does this lesson teach?
Answers to June 6 Questions
What is brought into the temple? The Ark of the Covenant, the Tent of Meeting, all the furnishings of it
What was in the ark? The two stone tablets Moses received at Horeb
What did Solomon explain in verses 15-21? How God fulfilled His promise to David by having Solomon build the temple in Jerusalem
What is Solomon doing in verses 22-53? praying
List all the people for whom Solomon prayed. Himself, those that take oaths in the Lord’s name, the penitent of Israel due to oppression by the enemy, due to famine, disease, or pestilence, for foreigners who are drawn to God because of His greatness, when Israel goes to war, when they are taken into captivity
What did Solomon do in verses 55-61? He blessed the assembly, praising God, and reminding the people to keep God’s laws
How many sacrifices were offered for the dedication of the temple compound? 22,000 cattle and 120,000 sheep and goats
What message did God have for Solomon? If he and his sons would be faithful to His word, their royal line would be established forever; if not, then the temple would fall into disrepute and the people cut off from the land
What did Solomon give Hiram? 20 Galilean towns
What did Hiram give Solomon? 120 talents of gold besides the cedar for the temple and palace
Who visited Solomon because of his fame as a wise man? The Queen of Sheba
What did she give him? 120 talents of gold and innumerable precious stones and spices
How is Solomon’s wealth described? 1400 chariots, 12,000 horses, silver as common as rocks, cedar as plentiful as sycamore trees
What was in the ark? The two stone tablets Moses received at Horeb
What did Solomon explain in verses 15-21? How God fulfilled His promise to David by having Solomon build the temple in Jerusalem
What is Solomon doing in verses 22-53? praying
List all the people for whom Solomon prayed. Himself, those that take oaths in the Lord’s name, the penitent of Israel due to oppression by the enemy, due to famine, disease, or pestilence, for foreigners who are drawn to God because of His greatness, when Israel goes to war, when they are taken into captivity
What did Solomon do in verses 55-61? He blessed the assembly, praising God, and reminding the people to keep God’s laws
How many sacrifices were offered for the dedication of the temple compound? 22,000 cattle and 120,000 sheep and goats
What message did God have for Solomon? If he and his sons would be faithful to His word, their royal line would be established forever; if not, then the temple would fall into disrepute and the people cut off from the land
What did Solomon give Hiram? 20 Galilean towns
What did Hiram give Solomon? 120 talents of gold besides the cedar for the temple and palace
Who visited Solomon because of his fame as a wise man? The Queen of Sheba
What did she give him? 120 talents of gold and innumerable precious stones and spices
How is Solomon’s wealth described? 1400 chariots, 12,000 horses, silver as common as rocks, cedar as plentiful as sycamore trees
Saturday, June 5, 2010
June 6: I Kings 8-10 Solomon’s Spiritual Strength
What is brought into the temple?
What was in the ark?
What did Solomon explain in verses 15-21?
What is Solomon doing in verses 22-53?
List all the people for whom Solomon prayed.
What did Solomon do in verses 55-61?
How many sacrifices were offered for the dedication of the temple compound?
What message did God have for Solomon?
What did Solomon give Hiram?
What did Hiram give Solomon?
Who visited Solomon because of his fame as a wise man?
What did she give him?
How is Solomon’s wealth described?
What was in the ark?
What did Solomon explain in verses 15-21?
What is Solomon doing in verses 22-53?
List all the people for whom Solomon prayed.
What did Solomon do in verses 55-61?
How many sacrifices were offered for the dedication of the temple compound?
What message did God have for Solomon?
What did Solomon give Hiram?
What did Hiram give Solomon?
Who visited Solomon because of his fame as a wise man?
What did she give him?
How is Solomon’s wealth described?
Answers to June 5 Questions
Who are listed in chapter 4? The officials and governors in Solomon’s administration
What were the borders of Solomon’s kingdom? From the Euphrates River to the border of Egypt
What did Solomon compose? 3000 proverbs and 1005 songs
Why did all nations come to visit Solomon? To hear the wisdom of Solomon
Why did Solomon ask Hiram for cedar? To build a house for God as David wished
What did he receive in exchange? 20,000 cors of wheat and 20,000 baths of oil
Who did the work for Solomon? 30,000 Israelites were forced into labor
What were the dimensions of the actual temple? 60 cubits long, 20 cubits wide, 30 cubits high
What did God promise Solomon concerning the temple? If Solomon would keep His words, then He would not abandon Israel
How long did it take to build the temple? Seven years
What was the name of Solomon’s palace? Palace of the Forest of Lebanon
Who did the bronze work? Huram from Tyre (son of a Naphtalite widow)
What did Solomon do after the temple was finished? He put all the dedicated silver, gold, and furnishings into the treasury of the temple
What were the borders of Solomon’s kingdom? From the Euphrates River to the border of Egypt
What did Solomon compose? 3000 proverbs and 1005 songs
Why did all nations come to visit Solomon? To hear the wisdom of Solomon
Why did Solomon ask Hiram for cedar? To build a house for God as David wished
What did he receive in exchange? 20,000 cors of wheat and 20,000 baths of oil
Who did the work for Solomon? 30,000 Israelites were forced into labor
What were the dimensions of the actual temple? 60 cubits long, 20 cubits wide, 30 cubits high
What did God promise Solomon concerning the temple? If Solomon would keep His words, then He would not abandon Israel
How long did it take to build the temple? Seven years
What was the name of Solomon’s palace? Palace of the Forest of Lebanon
Who did the bronze work? Huram from Tyre (son of a Naphtalite widow)
What did Solomon do after the temple was finished? He put all the dedicated silver, gold, and furnishings into the treasury of the temple
Friday, June 4, 2010
June 5: I Kings 4-7 Solomon Builds the Temple
Who are listed in chapter 4?
What were the borders of Solomon’s kingdom?
What did Solomon compose?
Why did all nations come to visit Solomon?
Why did Solomon ask Hiram for cedar?
What did he receive in exchange?
Who did the work for Solomon?
What were the dimensions of the actual temple?
What did God promise Solomon concerning the temple?
How long did it take to build the temple?
What was the name of Solomon’s palace?
Who did the bronze work?
What did Solomon do after the temple was finished?
What were the borders of Solomon’s kingdom?
What did Solomon compose?
Why did all nations come to visit Solomon?
Why did Solomon ask Hiram for cedar?
What did he receive in exchange?
Who did the work for Solomon?
What were the dimensions of the actual temple?
What did God promise Solomon concerning the temple?
How long did it take to build the temple?
What was the name of Solomon’s palace?
Who did the bronze work?
What did Solomon do after the temple was finished?
Answers to June 4 Questions
Who is Abishag? A young Shunammite virgin selected to be a wife for David warm in his old age (without sexual relations)
Who is Adonijah? Son of David whose mother was Haggith
To whom is Adonijah compared and how? In verses 6 & 7, he is next in line after Absolom; he was handsome as was Absolom; David parented him as he did Absolom; both tried to usurp the throne
Why did Nathan the prophet give Bathsheba advice? Adonijah made himself king and was planning to get rid of Bathsheba and Solomon and their supporters such as Nathan, Zadok, Benaiah, and others
What did David command to be done to proclaim Solomon as king? Have the servants put Solomon on David’s personal mule,; go to Gihon where Nathan and Zadok anoint Solomon as king, blow trumpets and proclaim Solomon as king then return to Jerusalem to sit on the throne
What did Adonijah’s guests do when Abiathar brought news of Solomon’s coronation? They immediately fled from the feast celebrating Adonijah’s usurpation
Did Solomon promise not to kill Adonijah? conditionally
What is the first thing David told Solomon to do? Faithfully follow God’s word
In chapter 2, what unfinished business did David ask Solomon to finish? Kill Joab for murdering Abner and Amasa; avenge him regarding Shimei’s curse on David; take care of Barzillai
What did David call Solomon in 2:9? A man of wisdom
Why did Solomon have Adonijah killed? He sought Abishag to have as a wife
Why did he not have Abiathar killed? He was David’s ally during Absolom’s revolt and carried the Ark of God
Why did he have Joab killed? He was on Adonijah’s side, but especially because he had murdered Abner and Amasa
Did Solomon have killed Shimei killed that day? no
What was the condition of his clemency? Live in Jerusalem; if he crosses the brook Kidron, he would die
What mistakes did Solomon make in the beginning of his rule? He married a foreign wife (Egyptian) and sacrificed in the high places
Why did God offer Solomon anything he wanted? He sought the Lord and offered 1000 sacrifices at the tabernacle
What did Solomon ask for? wisdom
What did God give him because of his wise request? Wisdom AND everything else he could have requested (long Life, death of his enemies, riches)
In the case of the two women, did Solomon intend to have the living baby killed? No, it was a test to determine who was the true mother
Who is Adonijah? Son of David whose mother was Haggith
To whom is Adonijah compared and how? In verses 6 & 7, he is next in line after Absolom; he was handsome as was Absolom; David parented him as he did Absolom; both tried to usurp the throne
Why did Nathan the prophet give Bathsheba advice? Adonijah made himself king and was planning to get rid of Bathsheba and Solomon and their supporters such as Nathan, Zadok, Benaiah, and others
What did David command to be done to proclaim Solomon as king? Have the servants put Solomon on David’s personal mule,; go to Gihon where Nathan and Zadok anoint Solomon as king, blow trumpets and proclaim Solomon as king then return to Jerusalem to sit on the throne
What did Adonijah’s guests do when Abiathar brought news of Solomon’s coronation? They immediately fled from the feast celebrating Adonijah’s usurpation
Did Solomon promise not to kill Adonijah? conditionally
What is the first thing David told Solomon to do? Faithfully follow God’s word
In chapter 2, what unfinished business did David ask Solomon to finish? Kill Joab for murdering Abner and Amasa; avenge him regarding Shimei’s curse on David; take care of Barzillai
What did David call Solomon in 2:9? A man of wisdom
Why did Solomon have Adonijah killed? He sought Abishag to have as a wife
Why did he not have Abiathar killed? He was David’s ally during Absolom’s revolt and carried the Ark of God
Why did he have Joab killed? He was on Adonijah’s side, but especially because he had murdered Abner and Amasa
Did Solomon have killed Shimei killed that day? no
What was the condition of his clemency? Live in Jerusalem; if he crosses the brook Kidron, he would die
What mistakes did Solomon make in the beginning of his rule? He married a foreign wife (Egyptian) and sacrificed in the high places
Why did God offer Solomon anything he wanted? He sought the Lord and offered 1000 sacrifices at the tabernacle
What did Solomon ask for? wisdom
What did God give him because of his wise request? Wisdom AND everything else he could have requested (long Life, death of his enemies, riches)
In the case of the two women, did Solomon intend to have the living baby killed? No, it was a test to determine who was the true mother
Thursday, June 3, 2010
June 4: I Kings 1-3 Solomon Becomes King
Who is Abishag?
Who is Adonijah?
To whom is Adonijah compared and how?
Why did Nathan the prophet give Bathsheba advice?
What did David command to be done to proclaim Solomon as king?
What did Adonijah’s guests do when Abiathar brought news of Solomon’s coronation?
Did Solomon promise not to kill Adonijah?
What is the first thing David told Solomon to do?
In chapter 2, what unfinished business did David ask Solomon to finish?
What did David call Solomon in 2:9?
Why did Solomon have Adonijah killed?
Why did he not have Abiathar killed?
Why did he have Joab killed?
Did Solomon have killed Shimei killed that day?
What was the condition of his clemency?
What mistakes did Solomon make in the beginning of his rule?
Why did God offer Solomon anything he wanted?
What did Solomon ask for?
What did God give him because of his wise request?
In the case of the two women, did Solomon intend to have the living baby killed?
Who is Adonijah?
To whom is Adonijah compared and how?
Why did Nathan the prophet give Bathsheba advice?
What did David command to be done to proclaim Solomon as king?
What did Adonijah’s guests do when Abiathar brought news of Solomon’s coronation?
Did Solomon promise not to kill Adonijah?
What is the first thing David told Solomon to do?
In chapter 2, what unfinished business did David ask Solomon to finish?
What did David call Solomon in 2:9?
Why did Solomon have Adonijah killed?
Why did he not have Abiathar killed?
Why did he have Joab killed?
Did Solomon have killed Shimei killed that day?
What was the condition of his clemency?
What mistakes did Solomon make in the beginning of his rule?
Why did God offer Solomon anything he wanted?
What did Solomon ask for?
What did God give him because of his wise request?
In the case of the two women, did Solomon intend to have the living baby killed?
Answers to June 3 Questions
Psalm 145
What is the purpose of Psalm 145? Praise to God for all His mighty works
How is God described in verses 8 and 9? Gracious, full of compassion, merciful, good, slow to anger
What lesson should we learn from verses 13-16? God is faithful to His promises, His time is the right time for His deeds
How must we call on the Lord to be near Him? In truth, with fear and love
Psalm 146
Who should not be trusted? Princes or any men
Why can we trust the Lord? He is Creator (has power), He is good, and He rules forever (is eternal and is in control)
Psalm 147
How is God’s compassion demonstrated? He gathers the exiles back to Jerusalem and heals the brokenhearted
How is God’s knowledge demonstrated? He numbers and names all the stars
How is God’s goodness demonstrated? He sustains the humble; He provides food for the animals
What is His delight? Those who fear Him and trust in His love for them
What is the lesson in verses 15-20? God’s authority as expressed in His word has positive effect in creation and in His special relation to Israel
Psalm 148
Who (and what) is to praise the Lord? Angels and all spiritual beings in the heavenly realm, sun, moon, stars, waters above the skies, the sky; creatures in the oceans; snow, hail, lightning, wind, clouds in the air; mountains, hills, fruit trees and cedars; beasts, cattle, creeping things, and birds; all people, kings, princes, judges, young men and women, old men and very young children
Whose name is exalted above every name? the name of the Lord (see Philippians 2:9-11)
Psalm 149
Who is to praise God as Psalm 149 says? Israel, the people of Zion
What is to accompany their praise to God? List all. Dancing, tambourine, harp, a two-edged sword
Psalm 150
Where is the Lord to be praised? In His sanctuary in the heavens
With what is the Lord to be praised? Trumpet, harp, lyre, tambourine, dancing, strings, flute, cymbals
Who is to praise the Lord? Everything that has breath
What is the purpose of Psalm 145? Praise to God for all His mighty works
How is God described in verses 8 and 9? Gracious, full of compassion, merciful, good, slow to anger
What lesson should we learn from verses 13-16? God is faithful to His promises, His time is the right time for His deeds
How must we call on the Lord to be near Him? In truth, with fear and love
Psalm 146
Who should not be trusted? Princes or any men
Why can we trust the Lord? He is Creator (has power), He is good, and He rules forever (is eternal and is in control)
Psalm 147
How is God’s compassion demonstrated? He gathers the exiles back to Jerusalem and heals the brokenhearted
How is God’s knowledge demonstrated? He numbers and names all the stars
How is God’s goodness demonstrated? He sustains the humble; He provides food for the animals
What is His delight? Those who fear Him and trust in His love for them
What is the lesson in verses 15-20? God’s authority as expressed in His word has positive effect in creation and in His special relation to Israel
Psalm 148
Who (and what) is to praise the Lord? Angels and all spiritual beings in the heavenly realm, sun, moon, stars, waters above the skies, the sky; creatures in the oceans; snow, hail, lightning, wind, clouds in the air; mountains, hills, fruit trees and cedars; beasts, cattle, creeping things, and birds; all people, kings, princes, judges, young men and women, old men and very young children
Whose name is exalted above every name? the name of the Lord (see Philippians 2:9-11)
Psalm 149
Who is to praise God as Psalm 149 says? Israel, the people of Zion
What is to accompany their praise to God? List all. Dancing, tambourine, harp, a two-edged sword
Psalm 150
Where is the Lord to be praised? In His sanctuary in the heavens
With what is the Lord to be praised? Trumpet, harp, lyre, tambourine, dancing, strings, flute, cymbals
Who is to praise the Lord? Everything that has breath
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