The people who demanded a king over them despised and took for granted God’s grace. As we dig deeper into the text; this question arises, what was the basis for the people’s demand, “Give us a king to judge us like all the other nations have.” Read 8:5 (NIV). The children of Israel were warned about the consequences of demanding a king, and we will look at a couple.  Please hear my heart on this, there is nothing wrong in wishing for something as long as it is in line with God’s purpose and promise through His Word for you. Therefore, my question, what is the foundation for that which you are wishing for? Has it got its root in the word? Continue reading “Be careful what you wish for – Part 1d” →