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Lesson 13: Jehoram & Ahaziah of Judah

Lesson 13 from The Divided Kingdom (Adult Series) by Rhodes Davis.

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Lesson Overview

Scripture Text: 2 Kings 8:16-29; 2 Chronicles 21:1-22:6
Estimated Date: 852 - 841B.C.

Synopsis: Jehoram, or Joram, began to reign in Judah and behaved very wickedly. Because of his sins, the enemies of Judah had success in battle against him. He also suffered personally for his wickedness and when he died no one missed him. His son, Ahaziah, influenced by the house of Ahab, was also wicked. This is the last lesson in I series.

Questions for Discussion & Study

  1. How did Jehoram treat his family when he ascended to the throne?

  2. Why did God not destroy Jehoram? Why is the promise important?

  3. What nations rebelled against Judah? Be able to identify them on a map.

  4. What did Elisha prophesy against Jehoram? How was he treated when he died?

  5. What is the connection between Genesis 27:40 and 2 Chronicles 21:10?

  6. What was the spiritual condition of Ahaziah? What was his family relationship to the kings of Israel? How did they influence him?