JEROBOAM
Jeroboam was the son of Nebat, a servant of Solomon and Zerisah . He
was a mighty man of Joseph. Because of Solomon’s Idolatry, God prophesied
through Ahijah the prophet that Jeroboam was going to be king over 10 tribes of
Israel. God was going to give 10 out of the 12 tribes of Israel to Jeroboam.
This came to pass during the reign of Jerobaom. To secure his kingdom, Jeroboam
prevented the 10 tribes from going to worship in Jerusalem by making idols for
them which he placed in Bethal and in Dan. He designed and established his own
form of worship by appointing priests other than the Levites and feasts. He
also offered offerings on the strange alters by himself. He attempted to
destroy the prophet who cried against the altar at Bethel. He continued in his
evil ways and died after 22 years in Israel.
LESSONS
a) Jeroboam forgot that God gave him the special
privilege of serving. He was conscious of the power given to him and as a
result tried to secure it by himself. Many once they get to leadership
positions forget who has placed them there. They result to establishing themselves
through worldly wisdom and politicking. As a result of his sins, jeroboam lost
his don and earned a generational curse on himself and his offspring.
b) Leaders set the direction for the followers,
Jeroboam set the direction and tone of idolatry thereby making Israel to sin.
Only godly leaders can lead their people to prosperity.
c) Every leader shall account for his
stewardship and also face the consequence of his action.
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