ESV Reformation Study Bible – 1 Kings 12:15
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1 Kings 12:15

12:15 by the Lord. The writer does not mention God’s agency in order to excuse Rehoboam’s foolishness. God is using Rehoboam’s misguided actions as an instrument for fulfilling Ahijah’s prophecy (11:31–39).