We have heard a great deal in this election about "change." Our passage records the change the children of Israel wished to make. From it I believe we can learn some things about government. I also desire to demonstrate the biblical representation of government and our responsibilities to it.
If we look around at our society, it would appear that there is very little contentment in our American culture. I submit unto you, above anyone else, those of us who know Jesus as our Lord and Savior, ought to be content. Paul had reached this place in his life; let us see the secret of Paul's contentment.
In this text we find two extremely religious groups. Both, in appearance, are for God and truth. A third group I mention are Christians. I wish to discuss these three and make application. In this way, you can determine the true need of your heart.
Our society basically possesses an "anything goes" attitude. This philosophy has also crept into some of the churches. Repentance is no longer necessary nor a topic of discussion. Our text teaches that the lost must repent and believe. I desire to make this very clear today. When it comes to salvation, sinners must turn.