1 Kings 14:3
Take with you ten loaves of bread, some cakes, and a jar of honey, and go to him. He will tell you what will become of the boy."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 14:3?

2. What does 1 Kings 14:3 teach about seeking guidance from God versus idols?

3. How does the offering in 1 Kings 14:3 reflect our worship practices today?

4. Compare 1 Kings 14:3 with Exodus 20:3-4 on idolatry and obedience.

5. How can we discern God's will without resorting to unbiblical practices?

6. What steps can you take to ensure your guidance aligns with Scripture?

7. What is the significance of Ahijah's prophecy in 1 Kings 14:3 for Israel's history?

8. How does 1 Kings 14:3 reflect God's judgment on Jeroboam's household?

9. Why does Jeroboam send his wife in disguise in 1 Kings 14:3?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 14?

11. What foods are mentioned in the Bible?

12. Amos 3:14: Have researchers discovered any compelling historical proof of the destruction of Bethel's altars described here?

13. In 1 Kings 15:14, why are the high places said to remain, yet 2 Chronicles 14:3 claims Asa removed them?

14. 1 Chronicles 14:2 - Why would God's favor be linked to David's increasing power and multiple wives, despite biblical warnings against polygamy elsewhere?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jeroboam's approach to Ahijah reflect his understanding of God's power and his own spiritual state?

2. In what ways does the account of Jeroboam and Ahijah illustrate the consequences of leading others away from God?

3. How can we discern true prophetic voices in our lives today, and what criteria should we use based on biblical teachings?

4. What does the act of sending gifts to Ahijah reveal about cultural practices of the time, and how can we apply this understanding to our approach to God?

5. How does the account of Jeroboam's son challenge us to consider the impact of our spiritual leadership within our families and communities?1. How does the prophecy of Ahijah manifest the theme of God's sovereignty?

2. Discuss the role of idolatry in the downfalls of Jeroboam and Rehoboam. How is this relevant in our lives today?

3. How did Jeroboam respond to his son’s sickness? What does this tell you about his relationship with God?

4. Reflect on the prophecy against Jeroboam. What lesson about personal accountability can we learn from this?

5. Why did God allow Shishak to invade Jerusalem? What does this tell us about the consequences of sin?

6. How do you interpret Rehoboam replacing the golden shields with bronze ones?

7. What role does obedience play in a relationship with God, according to 1 Kings 14?

8. How does the downfall of Jeroboam and Rehoboam serve as a warning for us today?

9. What lessons can leaders today learn from the reigns of Jeroboam and Rehoboam?

10. How does this chapter highlight the implications of turning away from God?

11. What does this chapter teach about the impact of our actions on our descendants?

12. How does God's judgment on Jeroboam reflect His righteousness?

13. Discuss the significance of Ahijah's blindness in this chapter.

14. In what ways have you seen the consequences of sin play out in contemporary society?

15. How might the events in 1 Kings 14 guide Christians in their political engagement?

16. What is the significance of the wife of Jeroboam going in disguise to see Ahijah?

17. How does 1 Kings 14 inspire you to cultivate a faithful relationship with God?

18. How might the consequences of idolatry in 1 Kings 14 be paralleled with modern-day distractions from God?

19. Compare and contrast the leadership styles and outcomes of Jeroboam and Rehoboam.

20. Reflect on the prophecy and its fulfillment in this chapter. How does it deepen your understanding of God's omnipotence?

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