1Ki 14:6 | MHM | STEP | v. 6 : Jeroboam sent his wife because she could more safely and secretly ask the prophet without revealing their identity. She disguised herself to avoid recognition by the prophet or others. This reveals Jeroboam’s fear of being exposed and his desire to control the situation. It also shows how people sometimes want only comforting answers, avoiding difficult truths about their sin.

‏ 1 Kings 14:6

v. 6: Jeroboam sent his wife because she could more safely and secretly ask the prophet without revealing their identity. She disguised herself to avoid recognition by the prophet or others. This reveals Jeroboam’s fear of being exposed and his desire to control the situation. It also shows how people sometimes want only comforting answers, avoiding difficult truths about their sin.