1 Kings 1-2; Psalms 37, 71, 94
Common Theme
God sovereignly installs His chosen ruler despite human opposition and preserves the righteous through generations of turmoil. While the wicked may appear to thrive temporarily, their downfall is certain, and God’s justice will prevail.
Reflection Questions
- What do these passages reveal about how God opposes the wicked and sustains the righteous across time and leadership transitions?
- How do David’s final words and the psalmists’ reflections help you trust God’s justice even when injustice seems dominant?
God Shot
God is the eternal Judge and King-Maker—He raises up leaders according to His covenantal purposes and cuts down those who defy His ways. He delights in justice, guards the lives of the faithful, and will not abandon them to the wicked.