Message Notes
Look Back
What did you do to prepare yourself for the next storm by building a foundation on Jesus Christ?
Look Up
Read 1 Samuel 7:3-4 and Hebrews 11:32-33
- What do you learn about Samuel from these verses? What made him different, and how can you apply this in your life today?
- What does it mean to “obey and worship only the Lord”? How easy is this for you, and what things help or hinder you?
Read 1 Samuel 8:1-8
- What reasons did the people give for asking Samuel for a king? What do you think was their true motivation, and what does this say about people?
- How did Samuel feel about the people’s request, and what was the first thing he did? What is the first thing you usually do when someone says something politically displeasing? What can you do differently to reflect the love of Christ?
- What do verses 7-8 say about people? How do people today forsake God, and how can you personally make sure you don’t do the same?
Read 1 Samuel 8:9-22
- Why would people not listen to God’s warning, choose to be oppressed and become slaves? What does this say about their relationship with and understanding of God?
- What does God’s instruction to Samuel in verse 22 teach us about God? How easy is it for you to understand and apply this knowledge in your daily life?
Overall (Discovery Bible Study)
- What do these scriptures say about God?
- What do they say about people?
- How will I apply this to my life?
Look Ahead
In what ways is your faith disconnected from your politics? In what ways are your politics intertwined with your faith?
Notes
Is it possible for the results of an election to take power away from God to have his will be done in your life? The condition of a nation will impact your personal life, freedoms, and economy regardless of who is elected. You should exercise your civil right to vote for people to represent you in these matters, BUT the condition of a nation CANNOT override God’s will for you personally. Countries come and go, but God’s Kingdom is forever.
