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"Tell Rehoboam son of Solomon king of Judah and all the Israelites in Judah and Benjamin Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 11:3? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 11:3 emphasize the importance of listening to God's word? 3. What can we learn from Rehoboam's response to God's command in this passage? 4. How does this verse connect to God's sovereignty throughout the Old Testament? 5. In what ways can we apply Rehoboam's obedience to our daily decisions? 6. How does 2 Chronicles 11:3 encourage unity among believers in challenging times? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 11:3? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 11:3 reflect God's sovereignty in leadership? 9. What theological significance does 2 Chronicles 11:3 hold for understanding divine guidance? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 11? 11. (2 Chronicles 10:3) How reliable is the account of Jeroboam's return if sources outside the Bible don't mention it? 12. If 2 Chronicles 8:3 states Solomon conquered Hamath-Zobah, why is there little to no archaeological evidence supporting this campaign? 13. 2 Chronicles 3:8 - How did Solomon acquire and transport enough gold to overlay the inner sanctuary entirely? 14. 2 Chronicles 11 portrays Rehoboam as a strong central authority; how do we address the inconsistencies when comparing his strength here with his weaker portrayal in other biblical passages? Discussion Questions 1. How did Rehoboam's decision-making process contribute to the division of the kingdom, and what can we learn from this about seeking godly counsel? 2. In what ways does the division of Israel and Judah serve as a warning for the church today regarding unity and division? 3. How can we apply the principles of leadership and wisdom found in Rehoboam's account to our personal lives and roles within the church? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are listening to and applying wise counsel in our daily decisions? 5. How does the account of Rehoboam and the divided kingdom connect with the teachings of Jesus on unity and love within the body of Christ? 2 Chronicles 11 Bible Study Questions 1. In what ways does Rehoboam's response to the message from Shemaiah in verses 1-4 demonstrate humility and obedience? 2. How can the division of the kingdom be seen as a consequence of Solomon’s disobedience in his later years? 3. What does Rehoboam’s fortification of cities tell us about his leadership style and priorities? 4. Analyze the exodus of Levites. How does this event reflect on the principles of religious freedom? 5. How does Rehoboam's family life reflect his wisdom or lack thereof? 6. Discuss the implications of the phrase "this is from me" as stated by God in verse 4. How does this relate to our understanding of divine will? 7. How can the Levites' move to Jerusalem be seen as a form of spiritual resistance against Jeroboam's idolatry? 8. What lessons can we learn from the division of the kingdom about the consequences of disobedience to God? 9. How does Rehoboam's strategy of fortifying cities parallel the spiritual principle of safeguarding one's faith? 10. In what ways does the division within the kingdom of Israel affect their collective spiritual health? 11. How does the disobedience of Jeroboam and the Israelites contrast with the obedience of Rehoboam and the people of Judah? 12. Discuss the wisdom or folly in Rehoboam's decision to disperse his sons throughout the fortified cities. 13. How does the Levites' exodus from Israel symbolize standing up for one's beliefs in today's world? 14. How can we apply the lessons from Rehoboam’s reaction to the prophecy in our own response to divine guidance in our lives? 15. How does the division and unrest in the kingdom of Israel reflect in today's political and social environments? 16. How can Rehoboam's approach to preparing his kingdom against threats be applied in our lives when preparing for spiritual warfare? 17. In what ways does Rehoboam's family arrangement reflect the complexities of familial relationships and responsibilities? 18. How can the exodus of Levites inspire us to maintain our faith in the face of societal pressure to conform? 19. Discuss how we can learn from the division between Judah and Israel to prevent divisions within our own communities and families. 20. How can we apply the message of obedience and faithfulness from this chapter in our daily lives? Links 2 Chronicles 11:3 NIV 2 Chronicles 11:3 NLT 2 Chronicles 11:3 ESV 2 Chronicles 11:3 NASB 2 Chronicles 11:3 KJV 2 Chronicles 11:3 Commentaries Bible Hub