In this new Thread series, we’re looking at a topic that many of us are unfortunately all too familiar with: division. Division isn’t just something we read about in the Bible. Fellowships, churches, small groups, and even families must often face the consequences of humanity’s impulse to divide instead of unite. This impulse makes the lessons of the three centuries of history that we call the Divided Kingdom invaluable for us. The greatest lesson in this tough era for God’s people is that God never gives up. When the greatest wickedness sits on the throne, God counters by raising up his greatest prophets. Even when his people utterly fail and must face his discipline, God has a plan. No matter what person or power claims to be in charge, we know that God is ultimately in control.

Additional Resources: Threat Podcast #36

In the first episode of the ‘God’s People Divided’ series, hosts Dave and Hannah discuss the spiritual decline of Israel under King Jeroboam. Dr. Dudley Chancey, a specialist in inter-generational faith transmission, joins to highlight how the sins of Jeroboam led Israel astray and the consequences on future generations.

Topics discussed:
The importance of passing down faith stories.
The generational impact of sins Lessons from the Old Testament.
How negative behaviors persisted through the lineage of Israel’s kings.