This is an archive page that will allow you to find all the content relating to 2 Kings on the blog. It is divided by chapter for ease of searching. Posts may be: Podcast episodes [🎤] Bible studies (which may touch on other verses as well) [📖] Chapter specific studies [🔢] Person studies [👤] Doctrinal or Denominational studies [📖] General thoughts [💭] You can read more about the book itself on the 2 Kings page. 2 Kings 1 2 Kings 2 2 Kings 3 2 … Read more »

Jezebel was a queen in Israel before the captivity. Most people today associate her with sex, sensuality, and hautiness—dubbed "the Jezebel Spirit." But who was Jezebel, really? The Jezebel Spirit Someone once told me that heels, specifically stilettos, where part of “the Jezebel Spirit.” If you grew up in the church, especially if you're a woman, you've probably heard of the Jezebel Spirit. Usually it is applied to women … Read more »

Introduction Isaiah 34-39 details a coming judgement and the tension between Judah and Assyria. Much of it parallels the narrative given in 2 Kings about King Hezekiah's encounter with Sennacherib. reads as a proclamation of the coming judgement. Although much of this section details a specific conflict that has already occurred, there's a lot to be learned from the events in these chapters. There are also small tie ins to future prophec… Read more »

2 Kings 24 and 25 reveal the last days of the southern kingdom before it is taken captive by Babylon. Just as the last days of Earth will be for us, these days were filled with turmoil. Introduction 2 Kings 24 and 25 reveal the last days of the southern kingdom before it is taken captive by Babylon. Just as the last days of Earth will be for us, these days were filled with turmoil. Jehoiakim, who was already indebted to Egypt, falls to Babylon and… Read more »

These chapters follow the evil king Manasseh and the Godly king Josiah. The difference in their leadership is not only a testimony of what God expects from us, but also a testimony that our fate is not bound to those who raise us. We are free to choose (or reject) God regardless of our parentage. Introduction Manasseh (not to be confused with the son of Joseph), was one of the worst kings in the history of Judah, but his grandson Josiah was one of… Read more »

King Hezekiah was on of the Souther Kingdom of Israel's God-fearing kings. Although he is not perfect, he takes great strides to turn Israel back to the Lord . Introduction Hezekiah takes over as king of Judah during the 3rd year of Hoshea. During his reign, Judah watches Samaria and the northern kingdom be taken captive by Assyria. Meanwhile, Assyria was clamoring to conquer Judah next. I imagine the atmosphere was much like that of countries … Read more »

The fall of the northern kingdom to Assyria, and the dependency of the southern kingdom on the same Assyria is covered in 2 Kings 16 and 17. The struggles of both kingdoms are direct results of their abandoning of the covenant they made with God. Introduction The fall of the northern kingdom to Assyria, and the dependency of the southern kingdom on the same Assyria is covered in 2 Kings 16 and 17. The struggles of both kingdoms are direct result… Read more »

A consequence of this disloyalty to God is the instability of their throne. There is a constant struggle for the throne as worldly ideas pollute the people of Israel. Instead of being content to appoint God's heir to the throne, they vie for power and kill for what they desire. Introduction 2 Kings 13-15 details the succession of many kings in the northern kingdom. Although Judah also struggled to be faithful to God, Israel remained in sin… Read more »

Beginning with Jehoash, Judah experiences a period of revival with 3 God-fearing kings. Although the effects are not permanent, these rulers give us a positive glimpse of David's dynasty, and prove that given the right leader, a nation can always return to God. Introduction Beginning with Jehoash, Judah experiences a period of revival with 3 God-fearing kings. Although the effects are not permanent, these rulers give us a positive glimpse of D… Read more »

The opposite of what a Godly woman is to be, Athaliah is ruthless and conniving. Introduction Queen Jezebel is known for her idolatry and may be the more famous of Israel's queens, but Athaliah is just as ruthless. She stops at nothing to claim power for herself. Top Becoming Queen When Athaliah finds out that her son (Ahaziah) is dead, she kills anyone who would be in line for the throne! Assumably, her husband's other sons are for other w… Read more »