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Lesson 10: Jehoshaphat King of Judah

Lesson 10 from The Divided Kingdom & The Prophets by Rhodes Davis.

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Lesson Overview

Scripture Text: 1 Kings 15:24b; 22:41-50; 2 Chronicles 17, 19-21:1
Estimated Date: 873 - 848 B.C.

Synopsis: King Jehoshaphat did many great things to guide Judah towards God. He also made some foolish decisions that were detrimental to him and ultimately to Judah. God was with Jehoshaphat and gave him success in battle. It is one of the brighter parts of Judah’s history for there is a king who will serve God and the people are willing to follow.

Questions for Discussion & Study

  1. What things did Jehoshaphat do to lead Judah spiritually? What poor decisions did he make in regards to Ahab?

  2. How did Jehoshaphat instruct the judges and the priests to act?

  3. What enemies came against Judah? How did Jehoshaphat respond? How would they fight?

  4. What does the admonition of 2 Chronicles 20:20 mean?