1 Kings 11:35
French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)
En revanche, je retirerai le royaume à son fils et je t'en donnerai 10 tribus.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God promises to give ten tribes of Israel to Jeroboam, who will lead them after Solomon's son loses his kingdom. It's a statement about God's plan to divide the kingdom and reward loyalty.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big cookie, and your friend was being really nice to you. God says He'll give most of the cookie to your friend because they were good, even though it was supposed to be yours. This is like that, but with a kingdom instead of a cookie.
Historical Background
This verse is part of the Book of 1 Kings, which was likely written by prophets like Jeremiah or someone close to him. It was written around the 6th century BC, and it talks about the history of the Israelites, focusing on the kings and God's interventions.
Living It Out Today
This verse can remind us that God often works through unexpected people and situations. Just like Jeroboam was given a significant role, we can find that God uses us in surprising ways if we remain faithful to Him.
Topics
divine interventionfaithfulnesskingdomrewardpromiseloyalty
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God take the kingdom from Solomon's son?
God took the kingdom from Solomon's son because of Solomon's disobedience and the worship of false gods, which God had warned would lead to punishment.
Who is Jeroboam, and why did God choose him?
Jeroboam was a leader in Israel who showed loyalty to God. God chose him to lead ten tribes because of his faithfulness, even when others were unfaithful.
What happened to the kingdom after it was divided?
The kingdom was divided into two parts: the northern kingdom, known as Israel, with Jeroboam as its first king, and the southern kingdom, called Judah, which kept the royal line of David.
How can we apply the lesson of Jeroboam's reward in our lives?
We can apply the lesson by being loyal to God and His commands, even in difficult circumstances. This faithfulness can lead to God rewarding us with significant opportunities or blessings.