Joe: Hey, welcome back to the Joe Rogan Experience. We are here with our Bible expert and we are talking about 1 Samuel 8.

Bible Expert: So in 1 Samuel 8, the people of Israel demand a king, and God tells them to be careful what they wish for.

Joe: Wait, wait, wait a second. So the people don't want God to be their king anymore? That's kind of messed up.

Bible Expert: Well, it is a bit complicated. They wanted a human king to lead them, just like all the other nations had.

Joe: Interesting. So what happened next?

Bible Expert: So God gives them what they want and sends Samuel to anoint Saul as their first king. But God warns them that a human king will take their sons, daughters, and lands, and will demand taxes.

Joe: Wow, that sounds pretty harsh. So did the people listen to God's warning?

Bible Expert: Not really. They still wanted a king and they were willing to accept the consequences. So Saul is made king and he leads the people in battle against their enemies.

Joe: Interesting. So what else happens in this chapter?

Bible Expert: Well, at the end of the chapter, God gives Samuel a warning that because of the people's disobedience, he will punish them by taking away the kingdom from them.

Joe: Alright, that's an interesting way to end the chapter. Is there anything else we should know about this chapter?

Bible Expert: Well, it is an important reminder that God is always in control and that we should always listen to His warnings.