II Kings
Josiah Finds the Book of the Law — II Kings 22–23
Overview
During temple repairs, the book of the law is found and read to King Josiah. He humbles himself, leads reforms, removes idolatry, and renews covenant worship, showing the power of God’s Word to awaken repentance.
Details
Key KJV PassageII Kings 22:11 — “When the king had heard the words of the book of the law, that he rent his clothes.”
Main CharactersJosiah, Hilkiah, Shaphan, Huldah, and Judah.
Lesson / ThemeGod’s Word exposes sin and calls people back to faithful obedience.
Connection to ChristChrist fulfills the law and calls people to repentance and renewed worship.
Memory VerseII Kings 22:11.
Discussion QuestionsHow did Josiah respond to Scripture? What changes followed? How should God’s Word shape our lives today?
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