1 Samuel 11-12, Psalms 96, Romans 4:1-17
What God said to me – Samuel lived in a time when his nation was turning away from Me as their King, but he was faithful to warn them of the consequences even when they were determined to go their own way. He continued to pray for them and instruct them in the good and right way. He understood that My judgment was not just individual but also national and if they and their leaders rejected My ways and did evil, that both they and their leaders would be swept away. So you follow Samuel’s example. Even though you see your nation and its leaders turning away from Me, you continue to take a stand and warn them of the consequences. You continue to pray and instruct them in the good and right way. You may be reviled and maligned for your stance and your nation may not turn and be saved from judgment, but some individuals may be so you remain faithful.