Question

Many modern people desire a government structure and government leaders who can ensure justice. Which of the following Old Testament promises directly addresses such a government and its leaders?
• Ezekiel promises related to hearts of stone
2 Samuel promises related to David Ezekiel promises related to dry bones
Genesis promises related to Abraham

Answer 1

The Old Testament promise that directly addresses a government structure and its leaders is found in the **2 Samuel promises related to David**. In these passages, God establishes a covenant with David, promising that his descendants will rule, which is often interpreted as a promise of a just and righteous leadership. This covenant is significant in the context of governance as it suggests a leadership that is expected to uphold justice and righteousness.

While the other options—like Ezekiel's visions of hearts of stone and dry bones, or the promises to Abraham—have important theological relevance, they do not specifically address the concept of government and leadership in the way that the promises related to David do.