Today we dive into the story of Jeroboam from 1 Kings 11-12. This narrative serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of relying solely on our own wisdom. Jeroboam, despite being chosen by God to lead, falls into the trap of 'thinking to himself' - a seemingly innocent act that spirals into fear, doubt, and ultimately, devastating decisions. We're challenged to recognize how often our own problems begin with this very same pattern. The message urges us to break free from the echo chamber of our minds, where the loudest voice isn't always the wisest. Instead, we're encouraged to seek God's wisdom through prayer, to slow down our decision-making process, and to trust in His promises rather than our own logic.

Takeaways:

• Leaders often find themselves in over their heads, facing situations where they don't have all the answers.
• Jeroboam's mistake began with the phrase "He thought to himself," relying on his own logic rather than God's wisdom.
• Overthinking and allowing thoughts to spiral can lead to poor decisions, even when they seem logical.
• Trusting our own wisdom over God's promises can have severe consequences.

 

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