The rise of the monarchy

1 Samuel 8 and 15

1. The Rise of the Kingship (1 Samuel 8)
Role of the king:-
• Lead the people in the paths of covenant faithfulness.
• Federal head of the people (representative)
• Lead the people in war and bring victory over their enemies
2. The Fall of the King (1 Samuel 15)
• The failure of Saul
• The quest for the right king

Next: God’s King and the Promise (2 Samuel 7)