Kings & Sons —

This month we will read through the history of the leadership of the nation of Israel. And it’s going to be messy. It is easy to romanticize the systems of government that we are not in. The grass can seem greener.

Here in Canada and America, we know the failures and struggles of democracy firsthand. But as we look back into ancient Israel’s monarchy, we’re going to see similar failures and struggles. This is because people are people. God lets us make decisions against Him. And when we do, things always go badly.

Nearly right off the bat, we are going to see famed King David show off his many flaws and failures. Despite them though, God was able to further His kingdom through David, and He was able to have a real relationship with David who always acknowledged God’s authority.

Then we will enter Solomon’s rule. The richest and wisest king of Israel, who became morally bankrupt. Attempting to rule wisely, he sacrificed his soul.

Through all the kings of Israel and Judah we will see one constant: God still working. God is faithful. He has a plan of redemption!

This year, many people will be affected by the outcome the American presidential election. Many of us will get caught up in the sport of it all, many of us in the reality of wanting Godly laws and principles. But I want us to remember, that no matter what happens, God is on the throne, and prayer is powerful.

We need to pray for God’s truth! We need to pray for God’s kingdom to advance. History tells us that it often advances in surprising ways. That should give us a lot of comfort. God is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

No matter how much we have changed as a culture, we are still people created by God. We need to pray like never before.