[Sunday] We Want a King - Rise & Fall
The cry, “We want a king” comes when all seems lost. When enemies are at the gates, when leaders seem corrupt and inept, they cried for a king like all the other nations. But even though they reject God with this cry, He still sees them and never leaves their side.
Questions This Week
Recommended Reading 1 Sameul Chapters 8 thru 11
Describe a time you felt “unseen.” What did you do to try and be seen?
Read 1 Samuel 8. Why does God give his people a king?
Read 1 Samuel 9-10. What do you find most surprising about the story of Saul chosen to be king?
Jesus comes and “sees” people. How does being “seen” and noticed by God who cares about you bring you peace?
Virtually every life transforming event recorded in Scripture includes a journey, a process the people involved go through that leads to insight, transformation and new life for all willing to engage that journey. The journey always includes elements of sacrifice, worship, trust and faith. Christmas is about Jesus making the journey from heaven to earth, for the Magi it was the journey from wisdom to humility. For us, it is a journey to wonder and new life.