1 Kings 12:6-10
In one sense the issue was not the age of the
counselors but the wisdom of their counsel. One group gave wise counsel the
other showed arrogance. In this incident the wisdom came from those of much
experience and the arrogant response came from those of the more immature
years.
One must be careful not to overgeneralize but
this passage does depict the danger that often is experienced by the leadership
of youth. If you are young and have been placed in leadership it is incumbent
upon you to gather wise counsellors around you. Do not just look for those who
flatter you with their opinions but for those who actions reflect a concern for
the welfare of the whole.
Rehoboam appears to just be looking for the
counsel that stroked his ego. He "gave no attention to the opinion of the
old men." Those who pay no attention to the opinions of certain groups of
people run the risk of alienating that group.
Servant leadership may not appear to be as
“strong” as dictatorial leadership but it is more secure. People are looking
for a leader. They will follow one who expresses concern for them. If the
people think “you feel their pain” they will follow you.
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