April 27th Bible Study: 2 Kings 24-25
Read 2 Kings 24-25**or listen to it here:**2 Kings 24-25 Audio
💖 Scripture of the Day
“In the thirty-seventh year of the exile of Jehoiachin king of Judah, he was released from prison…” – 2 Kings 25:27
As we close the book of 2 Kings, we witness the heartbreaking fall of Judah. Years of rebellion, disobedience, and ignored warnings finally lead to devastating consequences. Jerusalem is besieged, the temple is destroyed, and the people are taken into exile. Yet even in judgment, God’s faithfulness shines through. Amid destruction and despair, a glimmer of hope remains—a reminder that God’s promises endure beyond human failure. These chapters warn us about the cost of persistent sin but also point to God’s mercy and future restoration.
📚 Overview of 2 Kings 24–25
🔹 2 Kings 24 – Under King Jehoiakim and his successors, Judah falls deeper into sin. Babylon invades, and many are exiled, including key leaders.
🔹 2 Kings 25 – Jerusalem is besieged and destroyed by Babylon. The temple and palace are burned, walls are torn down, and most of the people are carried off to exile. However, the final verses reveal a small act of kindness toward Jehoiachin, a captured king, symbolizing a future hope.
📢 Hope Beyond the Ashes
2 Kings closes with the destruction of Jerusalem—but not without a spark of hope. Even when judgment falls, God’s faithfulness continues to shine. His plans for restoration are never thwarted by human failure. May we cling to Him in every season, knowing that even in the ashes, God is planting seeds for a new beginning.
📚 Bible Study Points and Reflections
- 🔖 2 Kings 24: Consequences of Persistent Sin
- 📌 Key Verse: 2 Kings 24:3 – “Surely these things happened to Judah according to the Lord’s command, in order to remove them from his presence because of the sins of Manasseh and all he had done.”
- 💡 Reflection: Persistent rebellion against God eventually leads to serious consequences. His patience is great, but His justice is sure.
- ❓ Application: Are there areas where God is calling you to repentance before small compromises grow into major consequences?
- 🔖 2 Kings 25: A Glimmer of Hope
- 📌 Key Verse: 2 Kings 25:27 – “In the thirty-seventh year of the exile of Jehoiachin king of Judah, he was released from prison..
- 💡 Reflection: Even after judgment, God’s grace is never fully extinguished. Restoration is always part of His greater plan.
- ❓ Application: How does God’s faithfulness encourage you even when facing the consequences of past mistakes
✨ Encouragement of the Day
Though Judah fell, God’s promises did not. Even in seasons of loss and exile, God is still working, still faithful, and still full of grace.
📝 Journal Prompt
Think of a time when you experienced God’s faithfulness after a difficult season. How did His grace sustain and restore you?
💬 Discussion Question
How does remembering God’s faithfulness through times of judgment and discipline strengthen your trust in Him today?
🙏 Prayer: Lord, You are just and You are merciful. Help me to walk in repentance and humility before You. When I fall, remind me that Your grace is greater and that Your promises are sure. Thank You for being faithful even when we are not. Anchor my heart in Your love and Your truth. Amen.
