Sermon Outline:
1. The Kingdom of Israel was divided because of the sin of the Son of David
2. The Kingdom of Israel was divided through the young folly of the Son of David
3. The Kingdom of Israel was divided through the heavy burdens from the Son of David
4. The Lord Himself faithfully preserves a remnant clinging to God’s gracious covenant
Family Discussion Questions:
1. What was the reason that God brought this division in His people?
2. Why did Rehoboam get to “keep” the tribe of Judah?
3. What did God use to divide His people?
4. Not all old people are wise and not all young people are fools. So, what is the link between age and wisdom?
5. How is Jesus described visually in the vision of Revelation, and how is that a great comfort to you?
6. Was Israel only expected to serve a Son of David who would be gentle with them?
7. Compare Jesus’ (the last Son of David) response to yokes and burdens with Rehoboam’s (the second Son of David).
8. What does it mean that Jesus’ yoke is easy, as opposed to being hard or non-existent?
9. What about Jesus’ heart makes His burdens easy and light for His people?
10. Would Jesus agree that those adding burdens and expectations on His people are taking His Lordship more seriously than others?
