01/12/2026
Our older youth are studying how God is our King this month on Wednesday nights. Many of you are interested in what they are learning and some of our parents want to use what the kids are learning in their family devotion time. So this year, we will post the highlights of what the class is learning and some ideas of how to discuss and study this further at home.
This Month’s Biblical Theme Is: God is King
God is King, reigning with absolute authority, justice and love over all creation. As the sovereign Ruler, His power is unmatched, and His wisdom guides the universe with perfect order and purpose. Unlike the earthly king the Israelites cried out for, God’s reign is eternal and unchanging, filled with mercy and grace for His people. He governs with a heart of compassion, inviting all to find refuge under His divine protection and provision. As King, He calls His followers to honor Him with reverence and obedience, promising an everlasting kingdom of peace and joy for those who trust in Him.
Read about Israel’s First King (1 Samuel 8:1–9; 13:1–14, 15:10–29)
This week's take away: God is the one true King.
King Saul was chosen to lead the Israelites. When Saul led the Israelites into battle against the Philistines, he became frightened and disobeyed God. King Saul viewed himself as the ultimate authority in Israel, and this upset God. Samuel, one of God’s judges, tried to help Saul and the Israelites, but Saul still didn’t listen. Because he disobeyed God and forgot that God is the one true King, Saul had to face consequences and his time as king came to an end.
Much like Israel did what was right in their own eyes and demanded a king to rule over them, their own king did things his own way instead of God’s way. God is the One true King because He always does what is good and right. We all try to do things our own way—we all sin. We let other things rule over us instead of God. We can’t fix our sin problem on our own. Jesus died on the cross and rose again, making a way for us to be forgiven from sin. He is the one true King forever!
Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, He is the King of glory! (Psalm 24:10)