Similar to Samuel, the Lord has also been faithful and good toward Israel. There is nothing in the Lord’s past actions toward his people that would necessitate asking for another king.1 The evidence that Samuel presents of God’s blessing on his people is meant to cast their apostasy in dark relief.2
11 Et l'Eternel envoya Jerubbaal, Bedan, Jephté et Samuel, et il vous délivra de la main de vos ennemis qui vous entouraient, et vous demeurâtes en sécurité.