Jehu—God’s Chosen Leader

In this chapter, God sends a young prophet to anoint Jehu as the next king of Israel. Jehu, a commander in the army, is surprised when the prophet pulls him aside and pours oil on his head, declaring that God has chosen him to destroy the wicked rule of Ahab’s family. This moment marks the beginning of a dramatic shift in Israel’s leadership, showing how God raises up leaders to carry out His justice and fulfill His promises. Discussion Questions Why do you think God chose Jehu to be king? How do you think Jehu felt when he was anointed? What does this story teach us about God’s plans and timing? Have you ever felt called to do something important or difficult? How did you respond? What can we learn about obedience from Jehu’s immediate response to God’s call? Prayer Dear God, thank You for always having a plan, even when we don’t understand it. Help us to listen when You call us to do something, and give us the courage to obey like Jehu did. Thank You for being a God of justice and mercy. Help our family to trust You and follow You every day. In Jesus’ name, Amen. This discussion is based on The One Year Bible Storybook by Virginia Muir.