Israel asks God for a king, but Samuel warns them that while a king defeats your enemies, he also has absolute authority over you. God then promises to King David that an eternal King is going to come, and we too must ask ourselves- are we ready for King Jesus to defeat our enemies AND have all authority over our lives?
Application Questions
1. How does Hannah's prayer in 1 Sam. 2:10 reflect a transition in Israel's history?
2. What are the two responsibilities of a king and what is the warning God gives to Israel about appointing a king (1 Sam. 8:10-18)?
3. What does God promise King David in 2 Samuel 7?
4. How does Jesus fulfill the promise of 2 Samuel 7, and how is He a different kind of King?
5. What is the difference between "you must do" and "let there be"? In what ways in your life is God saying "let there be..."?
6. How are you fighting against His loving Kingship by seeking control?
