Kingdom Divided from the From Garden to Garden: Narrative Lectionary Year 2 Series

Join us as we explore the powerful consequences of choices in this episode. We start by examining the fateful decision of Rehoboam to divide the kingdom of Israel and the contrasting counsel he received from two different groups of people. Listen as we discuss how his choice to listen to those who fluffed him up, rather than the wise elders, led to the division of the kingdom and the cascade of events that followed. We reflect on how different the course of history might have been had he chosen the other way.The journey doesn't stop there. We then shift gears to talk about our personal struggle when faced with choices that either elevate ourselves or diminish us for the sake of others. We unpack the hard reality of relinquishing something that once worked well, and the need to seek God's guidance to determine the right path. We then move onto the topic of how we can make the right choices and surround ourselves with the right people, drawing insights from biblical stories. Lastly, we pose some crucial questions to ask ourselves when making decisions, offering you some food for thought. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking wisdom in decision-making from a biblical perspective.Pastor Kevin Rutledge