Nothing was more exhilarating to say but deflating to hear than the phrase “King me!” when playing checkers as a child. Saying the words gave me a sense of accomplishment and hope even if down several pieces, and nothing caused more apprehension than my opponent saying the words, “King Me!” feeling like they had gained the upper hand. The exact words brought a sense of victory and defeat. Turning our attention to 1 Samuel, we won’t see this same phrase on any of its pages, but we do notice the nation of Israel express their desire for God to king them by granting them a king to rule over them like the surrounding nations. This week's episode will challenge us to live by the motto, "King Him!" instead of "King me!" and why it benefits us to do so!