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Government in Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:10-22

17 September, 2007 by Matt Robison

After Israel commits a form of idolatry in asking for a king, God decides to give them one more chance to change their minds.
God, in his mercy, warns the Israelites about what having a king, a formal government like the other nations, really means. Let’s break down the list. And remember, God is […]

Government in Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-9

12 September, 2007 by Matt Robison

Israel asking for a king is a dramatic turning point for the chosen people of God. While things eventually turned out well (the coming of Christ), this has more to do with God having the uncanny ability to make the best out of a bad situation.
Because rest assured, asking for a king was a […]