In this episode of the Rooted Podcast, we explore the rise of Rehoboam and the moment that could have reshaped Israel’s future. His choice between wisdom and pride becomes a doorway into the deeper story Scripture is telling—a story that ultimately points us to a better King. As we trace the collapse of a kingdom and the failure of a leader who refused to serve, we also discover how Jesus stands in stark contrast: gentle, humble, and lifting the burdens His people cannot carry. This episode invites students to consider whose counsel they follow, how they influence the people around them, and where they turn when life grows heavy.