Hello IDC Families,
So grateful to have everyone back in the building this week for Discipleship Hour. I hope that you are taking advantage of our adult classes, that one on Sabbath has me rethinking my own personal rhythms.
This week we reviewed what happen in the Kingdom after King Solomon died and his son Rehoboam became king. True Leadership is Servant Leadership. Just as Christ died a servant, those who lead are serving others. Rehoboam chose to ignore wise counsel and brought about the kingdom division.
- The Story: King Rehoboam disregarded the wisdom of the elders, chose selfish pride over kindness, and split the kingdom in two (1 Kings 11–13).
- The Takeaway: Leadership isn’t about power or being served; it’s about serving others.
- The Gospel Connection: While earthly leaders fail us, Jesus is the ultimate Servant King who willingly laid down His life to unite all who trust in Him (Romans 5:8).
As I reflect on how much God has grown me through motherhood, this week’s story is a powerful reminder to show our kids just how much the counsel we choose matters. Rehoboam chose to listen to foolish peers, while Jeroboam let fear drive him to create idols in a misguided search for safety and control. This reminds us that idolatry often stems from placing things like comfort, security, or approval above God. We all fall short and tend to lean on our own understanding at times, but God graciously surrounds us with gospel-centered community, especially as we launch back into Growth Groups this semester, so we can be known, seen, and pointed back to Jesus. Through one another (and as parents for our children), we can help guide each other to the King who paid the ultimate price on the cross to bring us back into a right relationship with Him.
- The Story: Rehoboam listened to foolish advice, while Jeroboam let fear drive him to build golden calves, leading the heart of the nation away from God.
- The Takeaway: Idolatry isn’t just bowing to wooden or golden statues—it’s anything we value, trust, or love above God.
- The Gospel Connection: When we rely on our own counsel or lean on modern idols, we fall short, but Jesus paid for our sinful choices on the cross to bring us back into a right relationship with God.
Connecting at Home
Please use The Gospel Project At Home to guide your child in applying this week’s lesson. You will find Family Worship through scripture, videos, prayer, and activities.
Looking Ahead
Next week, we’ll be looking at Israel’s Evil Kings (1 Kings 14–15; 2 Chronicles 12–13). Also, don’t forget to join us this Wednesday at 6:30 PM in the building for our Worship & Prayer Night! If you’ll need childcare for your littles, please be sure to register ahead of time.
FAMILY TALKING POINTS
CHRIST CONNECTION
This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.
- Babies & Toddlers: Jesus is our King who taught us to be kind and love others.
- Younger Preschool: Rehoboam made a bad choice, and the kingdom split into two groups. But Jesus, our good King, showed us how to be kind and love others. He gave His life for us.
- Older Preschool: Rehoboam made a wrong choice, and God’s people split into two groups. But Jesus, our good King, brings together all who trust in Him and welcomes them into His kingdom forever.
- Kids: Rehoboam rejected good advice, and his foolish pride led to a divided kingdom. Jesus, the truly wise King, unites all who trust in Him and brings them into His kingdom forever.
BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER
This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit.
- Younger Preschool: How many gods are there? There is one true God.
- Older Preschool: How many gods are there? There is one true God.
- Kids: How many gods are there? There is one true God who alone deserves worship.
KEY PASSAGE
This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit.
- Littles: Know the Lord is God. There is no other! -1 Kings 8:60
- Bigs: May all people know the Lord is God. There is no other! -1 Kings 8:60
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