1 Kings 14:7
Go, tell Jeroboam that this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: 'I raised you up from among the people and appointed you ruler over My people Israel.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 14:7?

2. How does 1 Kings 14:7 reveal God's judgment on Jeroboam's disobedience?

3. What lessons can we learn from God's message to Jeroboam in this verse?

4. How does Jeroboam's story connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3?

5. How can we apply God's warning to Jeroboam to our own spiritual lives?

6. What does 1 Kings 14:7 teach about the consequences of turning from God's ways?

7. What does 1 Kings 14:7 reveal about God's judgment on leadership?

8. How does 1 Kings 14:7 reflect God's expectations for kingship?

9. What historical context surrounds the message in 1 Kings 14:7?

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

11. Who was King Nadab in the Bible?

12. What does 'three sins, even four' mean in the Bible?

13. How can this narrative be reconciled with other biblical or historical records that appear to contradict 1 Kings 14?

14. What was Jeroboam's sin in biblical history?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jeroboam's rise to power reflect God's sovereignty, and what responsibilities come with such divine appointments?

2. In what ways did Jeroboam's actions deviate from the instructions given in Deuteronomy 17:14-20, and what can we learn from this about the importance of adhering to God's Word?

3. How can we apply the lessons from Jeroboam's leadership to our own roles of influence, whether in family, work, or community?

4. What are the potential consequences of leading others away from God, as seen in Jeroboam's establishment of idol worship?

5. How does the account of Jeroboam encourage us to remain faithful to God, even when faced with challenges or opportunities for personal gain?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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