Joshua Spatha: The Warning of 1 Samuel 8 and What It Means for the Church Today

CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ ishttps://api.tuvu.com/redirectGroup/6a2ac0e2c9f728027338244cCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.ulxAQZRaXv8JcJ1jbZV5In this episode, TS Wright welcomes Old Testament scholar Joshua Spatha back to Kingdom Cross Roads to examine one of the Bible's most overlooked warnings—Israel's demand for a king in 1 Samuel 8.Together they discuss:Why Israel's request for a king was actually a rejection of God's ruleSamuel's warning about centralized power and human governmentThe contrast between biblical servant leadership and worldly leadership modelsHow churches often adopt culture instead of transforming itWhy discipleship—not celebrity ministry—is Jesus' model for growing His KingdomThe importance of accountability and spiritual formationWhy Christians are called to influence culture through evangelism rather than legislationLessons from Saul, David, Solomon, and Israel's kingsThe role of prophets in speaking truth to powerWhy humility is essential for every believerHow the Great Commission begins with making disciples—not simply making convertsPractical ways believers can return to authentic New Testament discipleshipKey Scriptures Discussed:1 Samuel 8Romans 12:1–2Matthew 28:18–20Luke 9:23–24John 18Matthew 13 (Parable of the Sower)Ephesians 4Resources Mentioned:Joshua Spatha — Mere SpiritualityMPerspective.orgSEO Keywords1 Samuel 8, Samuel warning, Joshua Spatha, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, biblical leadership, Christian discipleship, servant leadership, church leadership, Israel wanted a king, Old Testament teaching, Bible prophecy, Christian podcast, Great Commission, biblical government, Romans 12, disciple making, church renewal, Kingdom of God, Bible study, TS Wright