◄ 1 Kings 12:8 ►
But Rehoboam rejected the advice of the elders; instead, he consulted the young men who had grown up with him and served him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 12:8? 2. Why did Rehoboam reject "the advice that the elders had given him"? 3. How can we discern wise counsel from foolish advice in our lives? 4. What does Proverbs 11:14 teach about seeking counsel and its importance? 5. How does Rehoboam's decision reflect the consequences of ignoring godly wisdom? 6. In what ways can we ensure we seek and follow godly counsel today? 7. Why did Rehoboam reject the elders' advice in 1 Kings 12:8? 8. How does 1 Kings 12:8 illustrate the consequences of ignoring wise counsel? 9. What does 1 Kings 12:8 teach about leadership and decision-making? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 12? 11. How does bad company affect good character? 12. What advice do the ungodly offer? 13. Who was King Rehoboam in biblical history? 14. Why does 1 Kings 12:14 present Rehoboam’s answer as solely harsh, despite other biblical accounts that sometimes provide a balancing perspective? Discussion Questions 1. What can we learn from Rehoboam's decision to reject the elders' advice, and how can this apply to our own decision-making processes? 2. How does the influence of Rehoboam's peers compare to the influence of peers in our lives today, and what steps can we take to ensure we are influenced by godly counsel? 3. In what ways can we seek and apply God's wisdom in our daily lives, as encouraged in James 1:5? 4. How does Rehoboam's account illustrate the potential consequences of poor leadership, and what qualities should we look for in leaders today? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced a decision and had to choose between different sources of advice. What did you learn from that experience, and how can it inform your future choices? 1 Kings 12 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Rehoboam's leadership contrast with Solomon's? 2. What were the consequences of Rehoboam ignoring the elder's advice? 3. How do you respond when given advice that contradicts your initial inclination? 4. In what ways might Rehoboam's decision be relevant to leaders today? 5. Why did Jeroboam establish false worship? How does this show his insecurity? 6. How can you ensure your faith stays strong even when a leader you respect falls into sin? 7. How does God's message through the prophet demonstrate His sovereignty? 8. How does Jeroboam's fear impact his decisions? What fears might lead you to disobedience? 9. How might the division of Israel's kingdom affect their relationship with God? 10. How can we apply the lessons of 1 Kings 12 to today's context of division within nations or communities? 11. How can you discern when to stand firm or when to yield in a leadership role? 12. How might societal or peer pressure influence a leader's decisions, as seen in Rehoboam's case? 13. How should we respond when we see leaders or authority figures making decisions against God's will? 14. What lessons about leadership and humility can we learn from this chapter? 15. Why is it important to seek God’s guidance in decision-making processes, both in our personal lives and in leadership roles? 16. How can you guard against creating your own "golden calves" in life, things that draw your focus and worship away from God? 17. Why do you think Jeroboam went to such extremes to secure his power? 18. How does the division of the kingdom continue to influence the narrative of Israel in later books of the Bible? 19. What personal lessons can you take away from the mistakes of Rehoboam and Jeroboam? 20. How can we as Christians strive to maintain unity in the face of disagreements or differing perspectives within the church or community? Links 1 Kings 12:8 NIV 1 Kings 12:8 NLT 1 Kings 12:8 ESV 1 Kings 12:8 NASB 1 Kings 12:8 KJV 1 Kings 12:8 Commentaries Bible Hub