06.15.2025 | The Israelites Wanted a King
1 Samuel 7-10
Have you ever visited a frozen yogurt shop that allows you to choose your own toppings? They have so many choices: crumbled cookies, fruit, sprinkles, and even whipped cream that makes your sweet treat even sweeter! It’s very tempting to want all the toppings, but that would only lead to a stomachache and lots of regret!
The people of Israel did not like the judges God had put in charge of leading them. When they saw how other nations around them had kings, the Israelites wanted a king of their own! Samuel warned the people that they would regret asking for a king, but the Israelites didn’t care. So, God gave the people what they wanted—a king named Saul.
The Israelites chose their own way and rejected God’s way. Sin is choosing anything that goes against God and His commands. We’ve all sinned because we thought our way would be better than God’s way. But God is so great that He had an even better plan to save us! God sent Jesus to be the perfect King. When it came time for Jesus to die on the cross, He chose to follow His Father’s plan even though it meant Jesus would have to suffer. Jesus trusted God’s plan and gave His life to save all who believe in Him!
The Israelites rejected God as King and chose Saul to be their king. When we sin, we also reject God’s rule in our lives as King. Jesus, the King of kings, died for our sin and rose again so we could be forgiven.
