How to Be a Good King

What must a king do? Proverbs 25:1–5 looks forward to the midweek sermon. In these five verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that a king must be under God, over the people, and surrounded by the godly. The devotional centers on Proverbs 25:1–5, emphasizing that true royal glory lies in the humble pursuit of God's revealed truth, reflecting the divine pattern where God conceals mysteries while kings are called to diligently seek what He has made known. It underscores the king's duty to govern according to Scripture, rejecting secular or natural law frameworks that marginalize divine revelation, while also calling for the people to honor and pray for their leaders, recognizing the depth of their burdens and the limits of human understanding. The metaphor of refining silver illustrates the necessity of removing wickedness from a king's inner circle, highlighting that trusted counselors must be spiritually pure and godly, as their influence shapes the integrity of leadership. This principle extends beyond political rulers to all believers, who are called to examine their own hearts and surround themselves with faithful, Christ-honoring companions. Ultimately, the passage calls for humility, discernment, and spiritual vigilance in both governance and personal relationships, rooted in submission to God's revealed will and trust in His sovereign counsel.