“But the LORD was gracious to them and had compassion on them, and he turned toward them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, nor has he cast them from his presence until now.” —2 Kings 13:23 (ESV)

Bible Engagement: Week 17, Divided Kingdom/Israel and Judah

Tier 1: 2 Kings 16 Path to exile
Tier 2: 2 Kings 14-17
Tier 3: 2 Kings 14-17

Tier 1 Questions

1. How does the author of 2 Kings describe this king Ahaz? (2 Kings 16)
   

• What did he do to the temple?

• What does this show about his respect for God?

Tiers 2-3 Questions

1. How does the author of 2 Kings describe this king Ahaz? (2 Kings 16)
   

• What did he do to the temple?

• What does this show about his respect for God?

Application

1. Although we do not have a temple to worship God today, Paul calls our bodies temples of the Holy Spirit in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20. How can you respect God with your body today?