1 Kings 12:9
“And he said unto them, What counsel give ye that we may answer this people, who have spoken to me, saying, Make the yoke which thy father did put upon us lighter?”
What does 1 Kings 12:9 mean?
1 Kings 12:9 (KJV) states: "And he said unto them, What counsel give ye that we may answer this people, who have spoken to me, saying, Make the yoke which thy father did put upon us lighter?" This verse is part of the story of Rehoboam, the son of King Solomon, who had just…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Weighing of Yokes: Seeking Wise Counsel in Leadership
In the intricacies of leadership, moments arrive that require not merely a reaction but a response grounded in wisdom and understanding. In 1 Kings 12:9, we find King Rehoboam seeking counsel concerning the requests of the people of Israel, who desired relief from the heavy yoke…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of reverence and respect, seeking Your divine wisdom and guidance in our lives, particularly in the context of leadership and the heavy responsibilities it entails. As we reflect on the words found in 1 Kings 12:9, "And…
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