Hezekiah and Josiah
Discussion Questions:
1. Who was king before Hezekiah?
(Ahaz, 2 Chron. 28:27)
2. How old was Josiah when he became king?
(eight, 2 Chron. 34:1)
3. What did Josiah do when he heard the words written in the book of the law?
(felt very sad, tore his clothing; 2 Chron. 34:19)
4. Why is obeying God so important?
Guide kids to discuss obedience as a picture of our love for God and our trust in God’s plans. Remind kids that God made us, loves us, and has perfect plans for us. Obedience to God means doing things God’s way, which is the best way. Obeying God both glorifies God and benefits us.
5. Why can’t we obey God the way we should?
Guide kids to discuss the sin nature we are all born with. We are broken by sin and cannot always tell right from wrong. Even when we can, we often choose wrong because it seems easier or better at the time. Remind kids that sin affects every part of our lives.
6. How can we have hope despite our sin?
Remind kids that God sent Jesus to die for our sin and rise again. Help them see that when we repent and trust in Jesus, not only does God forgive our sin, but He sends the Holy Spirit to fill us with power and help us love and obey God. We also have hope that Jesus will return someday and fix everything sin has broken.
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