ZEPHANIAH
READING PLAN + STUDY QUESTIONS
HOW TO USE
READ THE CHAPTERS IN THE BIBLE FOR EACH SESSION
ANSWER THE QUESTIONS + REFLECT ON THE READING
This study encourages going at your own pace, allowing each session to be a day, a week, or however long you need. Each session contains questions to be used for individual reflection or small group discussion.
This study was made to be used alongside Bible reading. Although we have created chapter summaries, there is no substitute for reading God's Word.
ZEPHANIAH 1-3
GOD’S JUDGMENT + THE HOPE OF RESTORATION
Despite King Josiah’s reforms, the people of Judah remained unfaithful. Why do you think that outward reform alone was not enough to change their hearts? How can we avoid falling into a similar trap?
In what ways can Zephaniah’s description of the Day of the Lord challenge you to reflect on our own faithfulness to God? Do you find the idea of the Day of the Lord challenging or comforting? Why?
Zephaniah 2:3 speaks of seeking the Lord with humility and righteousness. What practical steps can you take to live out your faith in a culture that often opposes godliness?
Zephaniah contrasts God’s judgment with His promise of restoration. How does this balance of justice and mercy reveal God’s character?
What does Zephaniah 3:17 teach us about God’s love for His people? Is it hard for you to imagine God rejoicing and singing over you?
In what ways does Zephaniah’s prophecy point forward to Jesus and the hope of God’s eternal kingdom?
Way to go! You finished the book of Zephaniah!
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Keep going — the next book of Old Testament Prophecy is Haggai!