2 Chronicles 29: Group Study Handout

How to use: read 2 Chronicles 29 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

2 Chronicles chapter 29 recounts the reign of King Hezekiah, who initiated a significant religious reform in Judah. Upon ascending the throne, Hezekiah made a commitment to restore the worship of Yahweh, which had been neglected during the previous kings' reigns. He opened the doors of the temple that had been shut and called for the Levites and priests to consecrate themselves and the temple in preparation for restoring proper worship. This act symbolizes a fresh start for the nation, recognizing the need for spiritual renewal and dedication to God.

Key verse

“For, behold, our fathers have fallen by the sword, and our sons and our daughters and our wives are in captivity for this.”
2 Chronicles 29:9 (WEB)

Outline

2 Chronicles 29:1–2 Hezekiah's Reign Begins
2 Chronicles 29:3–11 Restoration of Worship Initiated
2 Chronicles 29:12–19 Levites Cleanse the Temple
2 Chronicles 29:20–30 Sacrifices Offered
2 Chronicles 29:31–36 Assembly's Joy and Offerings

Discussion questions

What does Hezekiah command the Levites to do in v5?
In v36, what does the people rejoice about?
Hezekiah's call for a covenant in v10: what does this imply about Judah's relationship with God?
In vv. 34-35, why were the Levites helping the priests with the burnt offerings?
When have you felt the need to 'sanctify' a part of your life as Hezekiah did?

Go deeper

Passages that echo 2 Chronicles 29: 2 Chronicles 30, 2 Chronicles 35, 2 Chronicles 28.

Before next time: read 2 Chronicles 30.