The Kingdom Divides
Understand how Solomon's actions led to the kingdom's division
Identify the two kingdoms that emerged after Solomon
Recognize God's sovereignty even through human conflict
“So the king didn't listen to the people; for it was a thing brought about from Yahweh, that he might establish his word, which Yahweh spoke by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat.”
— 1 Kings 12:15 (WEB)Shows God's ultimate control in historical events
BibleMouse adventure begins! Quickly review yesterday's lesson about Solomon's disobedience
Today we'll explore how one kingdom became two through Rehoboam's stubborn choice
Create a colorful map showing the two kingdoms
Simpler: Use pre-drawn map outlines
Challenge: Add additional historical details and trade routes
Review key points about kingdom division
Dear God, help us to listen to wise counsel and follow Your guidance
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about Jeroboam's golden calves
“Whereupon the king took counsel, and made two calves of gold, and said unto them, It is too much for you to go up to Jerusalem: behold thy gods, O Israel, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt.”
— 1 Kings 12:28 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Kingdom Split Memory Verse Dance: Children act out different tribes splitting while reciting the verse
This lesson shows how human pride can disrupt God's plans
Children might find the historical details complex
Understanding of cause and effect in biblical narrative