Discussion Questions
Discuss the story in small groups using the following questions. {10–15 minutes}
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Why was Josiah such a good king? Why did Josiah destroy the idols in Judah? How should we be like Josiah?
Takeaway
Worship the right God in the right way.
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What was the wonderful treasure that Hilkiah found when fixing the temple? What gift do we have from the Lord that we can read? How can we treasure it?
Takeaway
The Bible is God’s gift to us and we should treasure it.
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How did Josiah and the people of Judah respond when they heard “the Book of the Law” read? Would it have been true repentance if Josiah had only torn his clothes and been sad? What else is needed for true repentance?
Takeaway
Repentance starts with feeling sorry for our sins and means turning from sin to God.
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Both Jesus and Josiah were great kings, but Jesus is the perfect King. What was Jesus able to do on the cross because he was sinless? Why is this good news for you and me?
Takeaway
Sinless Jesus saves us from our sin by becoming sin for us.
