Read 1 Samuel 8!

Why did Isreal what a King?

As for motive, Israel wanted a king in order to be “like all the nations.” ... This is most clear in 1 Samuel 8:20, where Israel says they will be like the nations in that their king may “judge” them and “fight” their battles. Israel wanted a king to judge them, despite the fact that Yahweh was their judge. -----------------------------------------------------------

Why didn't God want Isreal to have a King?

God was reluctant to give Israel a king when they demanded one because they were looking for an earthly and not a heavenly king; and because they did not want to wait for God's time.

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Let's not be like Isreal wanting a king or that "thing" we are so impatient for or we might get the counterfeit!!!