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So they sent for Jeroboam, and he and all Israel came to Rehoboam and said, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 10:3? 2. How does Rehoboam's response in 2 Chronicles 10:3 reflect leadership qualities? 3. What can we learn about seeking counsel from Rehoboam's actions in this chapter? 4. How does Rehoboam's decision compare to Solomon's wisdom in Proverbs? 5. How can we apply the lessons from Rehoboam's leadership to modern church leadership? 6. What role does humility play in leadership, as seen in 2 Chronicles 10:3? 7. Why did Jeroboam return from Egypt in 2 Chronicles 10:3? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 10:3 reflect on leadership and authority? 9. What historical context surrounds Jeroboam's summoning in 2 Chronicles 10:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 10? 11. (2 Chronicles 10:3) How reliable is the account of Jeroboam’s return if sources outside the Bible don’t mention it? 12. 2 Chronicles 13 - Are there any archaeological or extra-biblical sources that verify the details of this battle's scale and outcome? 13. 2 Chronicles 13:3 - How historically plausible is an army of 400,000 under Abijah's command at that time? 14. Why does the text (Song of Solomon 3:6-7) describe Solomon's procession with such grandeur, given the lack of archaeological evidence for this specific event? Discussion Questions 1. How does Rehoboam's response to the people's request reflect his character, and what can we learn about the importance of character in leadership? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of seeking wise counsel in our daily decision-making processes? 3. How does the division of the kingdom illustrate the consequences of ignoring God's guidance and wisdom? 4. What parallels can we draw between the burdens imposed by Solomon and the burdens we face today, and how can we seek relief in a godly manner? 5. How does understanding God's sovereignty in the division of the kingdom encourage us to trust His plan in our own lives, even when circumstances seem unfavorable? 2 Chronicles 10 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Rehoboam's ascension to the throne impact the dynamics of the kingdom? 2. What does the request of the Israelites reveal about the reign of Solomon? 3. How did the advice of the elders contrast with that of the younger men? Why did Rehoboam prefer the latter? 4. How does this chapter illustrate the dangers of inexperienced or unwise leadership? 5. In what ways does the division of the kingdom reflect the consequences of Rehoboam's choices? 6. How do you see God's sovereignty at play in the events of this chapter? 7. How can we apply the lessons from Rehoboam's mistakes to modern leadership contexts? 8. Why is it important to consider the impacts of our decisions on others? 9. How does this chapter emphasize the importance of wise counsel? 10. How would you handle a situation where you received conflicting advice, like Rehoboam? 11. What strategies can be employed to differentiate between wise and unwise counsel? 12. How do you respond when you see leaders making unwise decisions? 13. What is the significance of the people's revolt in this chapter? 14. How can you ensure that you make decisions in a way that is considerate of the people affected by them? 15. How does this chapter relate to the overall narrative of the Bible? 16. How can we balance the need for authority and obedience in leadership with compassion and understanding? 17. How would you have advised Rehoboam if you were one of the elders? 18. How can the mistakes of leaders in the past inform the choices of leaders today? 19. How do you see the themes of disobedience and rebellion play out in today's world? 20. How can the narrative of 2 Chronicles 10 inspire us to seek wisdom and humility in our daily lives? Links 2 Chronicles 10:3 NIV 2 Chronicles 10:3 NLT 2 Chronicles 10:3 ESV 2 Chronicles 10:3 NASB 2 Chronicles 10:3 KJV 2 Chronicles 10:3 Commentaries Bible Hub