Scriptural Truths
"____ is the beginning of ____, but fools despise wisdom and ____." (Prv 1:7)
fear of the Lord ... knowledge ... instruction
TRUE or FALSE
Jeroboam was one of Solomon's sons.
FALSE
How much time did Rehoboam spend considering the proposal by Israel's leaders?
3 days
Before seeking counsel for any issue, what's the FIRST thing you should do?
Consult the Lord. PRAY.
A fool's ways are right in their own eyes, but a wise person ______. (Prv 12:15)
Listens to advice/instruction/counsel.
How many wives & mistresses did King Solomon have?
700 wives.
300 mistresses (concubines)
Why did Israel's leadership call for Jeroboam to be their spokesman? (12:1-3)
They knew about the prophet Ahijah's prophecy that he would be their king. (11:35-38)
Name at least 2 personal characteristics that lead to positive results when seeking advice.
Humility. Discernment. Honesty. Receptive spirit (openness). Self-discipline.
The primary reason people refuse to seek advice.
(Prv 13:10)
pride
How did the prophet Ahijah illustrate the prediction of a divided kingdom?
He tore his new cloak into 12 pieces and gave Jeroboam 10. (11:29-32)
Why did Rehoboam accept the counsel of the younger advisors over the older ones?
Name 2 characteristics that should define people you seek out for advice?
Appropriate experience; Honesty; Demonstrated wisdom; Trustworthiness; Boldness; Caring
In terms of seeking advice, what is the basic admonition behind Proverbs 15:22?
The more sources you seek ... the better.
Why didn't God punish Solomon during his lifetime?
For the sake of his father, David, and for the sake of Jerusalem. (11:11-13)
What event specifically initiated the rebellion which caused the Kingdom split?
Rehoboam's answer to the leaders that he would be harder then his father.
advice
counsel
Everyone makes plans for their life, but the overarching objective for seeking advice is _____. (Prv 19:21)
keeping in line with God's PURPOSE for us.
Which 2 tribes did the prophet Ahijah imply would be ruled by Solomon's son? (11:31-32)
Judah & Benjamin (12:21-23)
After Rehoboam's failed attempt to quell the rebellion, why did he flee to Jerusalem?
Jerusalem is God's chosen city ... located in the Southern tribe of Benjamin.
Neither advice nor wise counsel will help you if this element is NOT in place.