Scripture: "Now listen to them; but warn them solemnly and let them know what the king who will reign over them will do." (1 Samuel 8:9)
Observation: Israel wanted a king for the wrong reasons and God allowed it to happen.
Application: Prayer usually involves asking God for something. But what are the right things to ask for and what are the wrong things? Israel got the king they asked for, but they rejected God in the process. Yet God gave them what they wanted. I suppose the message is, "Be careful what you wish for because it might bite you in the end." I'm not entirely sure; I'm a bit confused.
Prayer: Lord, the verse jumped out at me, but I'm not sure I understand it completely. Do You answer a "wrong prayer request" to provide a lesson? Or is there no such thing because Your will is always done? I hope I get some clarification. Amen.
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