◄ 1 Kings 11:10 ►
Although He had warned Solomon explicitly not to follow other gods, Solomon did not keep the LORD's command. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 11:10? 2. How did Solomon's disobedience in 1 Kings 11:10 affect his relationship with God? 3. What can we learn about God's expectations from 1 Kings 11:10? 4. How does 1 Kings 11:10 connect to the first commandment in Exodus 20:3? 5. In what ways can we avoid Solomon's mistakes in our own spiritual lives? 6. How does 1 Kings 11:10 illustrate the consequences of ignoring God's commands? 7. Why did Solomon disobey God's command in 1 Kings 11:10 despite his wisdom? 8. How does 1 Kings 11:10 reflect on the consequences of ignoring divine warnings? 9. What does 1 Kings 11:10 reveal about the nature of God's expectations for leaders? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 11? 11. If historically attributed to King Solomon, how does Song of Solomon 4 mesh with the accounts of his many wives and concubines in other biblical texts (e.g., 1 Kings 11:3)? 12. 1 Kings 11:9-10 - Why does God punish Solomon for foreign marriages here when other biblical figures also intermarried without similar consequences? 13. (Song of Solomon 6:8) How can sixty queens and eighty concubines align with Solomon's reputed 700 wives and 300 concubines (1 Kings 11:3)? 14. In Luke 11:31, is there credible historical evidence affirming that the Queen of the South recognized a divine wisdom comparable to, or foreshadowing, that of Jesus? Discussion Questions 1. What small compromises in your life could potentially lead you away from God, and how can you address them? 2. How does Solomon's account illustrate the importance of obeying God's commands, and what steps can you take to ensure obedience in your own life? 3. In what ways can relationships influence your spiritual walk, and how can you cultivate relationships that encourage faithfulness to God? 4. Reflect on a time when disobedience had consequences in your life. What did you learn from that experience, and how can it guide your future decisions? 5. How can you ensure that your past faithfulness to God continues into the future, and what practices can help maintain your spiritual commitment? 1 Kings 11 Bible Study Questions 1. Why do you think a wise man like Solomon was led astray by his foreign wives? 2. How does Solomon's disobedience contrast with the fidelity of his father, David? 3. What does this chapter teach about the consequences of idolatry? 4. How does God's response to Solomon's idolatry reflect His justice and mercy? 5. What do Hadad and Rezon symbolize in Solomon's story? 6. Discuss the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite. What does it reveal about God's sovereignty? 7. How does Jeroboam's reaction to the prophecy reflect on his character? 8. How does Solomon's life and reign impact your understanding of wisdom and obedience? 9. In what ways can you apply the lessons from Solomon's downfall in your personal life? 10. How can one guard their heart against the influences that led Solomon astray? 11. In what ways can we be led into idolatry in our modern lives, and how can we combat this? 12. Why is it significant that God chose not to divide the kingdom during Solomon's lifetime? 13. What does this chapter teach about God's faithfulness despite human unfaithfulness? 14. Can you think of a modern situation where a leader's personal failings led to wider societal or organizational consequences? 15. How might we respond to a prophecy like the one given to Jeroboam? 16. Discuss the concept of divine justice as displayed in this chapter. 17. How can we remain faithful to God when faced with temptations and influences like Solomon? 18. Reflect on the difference between Solomon's wisdom and his actions. How can one ensure their wisdom aligns with their behavior? 19. What aspects of Solomon's story resonate with your life and experiences? 20. How can we seek and maintain a heart wholly devoted to God in today's world? Links 1 Kings 11:10 NIV 1 Kings 11:10 NLT 1 Kings 11:10 ESV 1 Kings 11:10 NASB 1 Kings 11:10 KJV 1 Kings 11:10 Commentaries Bible Hub