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that this is what the LORD says: 'You are not to go up and fight against your brothers, the Israelites. Each of you must return home, for this word is from Me.'" So they listened to the word of the LORD and turned back according to the word of the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 12:24? 2. How does 1 Kings 12:24 demonstrate God's sovereignty over Israel's division? 3. What lessons on obedience can we learn from 1 Kings 12:24? 4. How does 1 Kings 12:24 connect with Romans 8:28 on God's purposes? 5. How can we apply "this thing is from Me" to personal challenges today? 6. What role does divine intervention play in resolving conflicts, as seen in 1 Kings 12:24? 7. How does 1 Kings 12:24 reflect God's sovereignty over human decisions and conflicts? 8. Why did God command Rehoboam not to fight against his brothers in 1 Kings 12:24? 9. What does 1 Kings 12:24 teach about divine intervention in political matters? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 12? 11. What does the Bible mention about hornets? 12. Joshua 24:12 - How does the account of God sending 'the hornet' align with historical or natural evidence of plagues or insects driving out inhabitants? 13. Does Solomon's sacrifice at high places (1 Kings 3:2-3) conflict with scriptural bans on worship outside the central sanctuary? 14. What does 'We will serve the Lord' mean? Discussion Questions 1. How does the response of Rehoboam and the people of Judah to God's command in 1 Kings 12:24 demonstrate the importance of obedience to divine guidance? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of peacemaking from this passage to conflicts within our own communities or churches? 3. How does the division of the kingdom in 1 Kings 12 relate to the New Testament teachings on unity within the body of Christ? 4. What can we learn from Shemaiah's role as a messenger of God about the importance of delivering and receiving God's word? 5. How does the concept of divine intervention in 1 Kings 12:24 encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty over our personal and communal challenges? 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 12:24 NIV 1 Kings 12:24 NLT 1 Kings 12:24 ESV 1 Kings 12:24 NASB 1 Kings 12:24 KJV 1 Kings 12:24 Commentaries Bible Hub