The Israelites’ demand for a king is a good reminder to us to trust in the Lord, the only one who can profit and deliver.
Although the son of Elizabeth would be great, the son of Mary would be even greater!
In the thanksgiving section of Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he recognized their faith and love, which were based on their certain hope.
The model described in Colossians 4:2-6 of ministry to those outside the church is very simple: pray, walk, and talk.