In 1 Samuel 8:1-22, Israel requests a king to be like their neighbors, but they were really rejecting God as their king. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches a good reason to request a king, the real reason to request a king, and a gracious purpose in granting a king.
“Now then, obey their voice; only you shall solemnly warn them and show them the ways of the king who shall reign over them.”