Let the King Hear Us: Trusting Christ, Not Politics

Based on Scott Mitchell's Bible lesson: Let the King Hear Us: How the Church Must Prepare for Persecution, Not Political Victory

The Deception of Political Solutions

As the Body of Christ nears the end of this present age, we are witnessing the rapid growth of wickedness and deception. One of the great snares of these last days is the belief that evil can be restrained through political means. Many in the Church are being drawn into the idea that legislation, leadership, or alliances can prevent the rise of darkness. Yet Scripture warns that such efforts only entangle us with “the affairs of this life” (2 Timothy 2:4).

Our battle is not fought in the halls of governments but in the heavenly realm. The spiritual war raging around us cannot be won through votes, campaigns, or human policies—it must be fought through faith, prayer, and obedience to the King of kings.

The King Who Hears Us

Psalm 20:6 declares, “Now know I that the Lord saveth his anointed; he will hear him from his holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand.” The psalmist reminds us that our confidence is not in men or movements but in the Lord Himself. When we cry out to God, we are appealing to the true and rightful King who hears from His throne.

Psalm 21 continues this theme, revealing Christ as the victorious King whose blessings and glory come from God. Verse 8 says, “Thine hand shall find out all thine enemies: thy right hand shall find out those that hate thee.” The Lord will uncover and judge all wickedness in His time. It is not for us to execute judgment but to trust that He will.

The Futility of Political Warfare

The Apostle Paul wrote, “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds” (2 Corinthians 10:4). The Church has no mandate to wage political battles. We are not called to reform the world system—it is beyond redemption and reserved for judgment.

Isaiah 63:1–6 paints a prophetic picture of Christ returning in righteous wrath, treading the winepress of judgment alone. Revelation 19:11–16 echoes this same vision—Christ, riding on a white horse, judging and making war in righteousness. No government, no army, and no political party can bring about this justice. Only the King can.

When we place our trust in politicians or earthly power to fight spiritual evil, we declare, in effect, that Christ’s authority is not sufficient. The Church must repent of such misplaced faith and let the King hear us once more in prayer and submission to His will.

The Call to Suffer for Christ

Suffering Is a Mark of the True Believer

Paul wrote, “Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution” (2 Timothy 3:12). Modern Christianity has been deceived by a doctrine of comfort—an expectation that faith should bring prosperity and protection from hardship. Yet the Scripture says otherwise.

Philippians 1:29 teaches, “For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake.” Suffering is not a curse but a privilege. It identifies us with our Savior and strengthens our faith.

The Church Must Endure

Christ warned His disciples in Luke 21:16–19 that persecution would come, but that endurance would lead to life: “In your patience possess ye your souls.” We are not promised escape from trials but victory through faithfulness.

It is time to abandon the false teaching that we can vote away persecution. It is far too late for that. The Church must be prepared to endure suffering and stand ready to testify of Christ no matter the cost.

Let the King Judge Righteously

Romans 12:19 reminds us, “Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.” God alone has the right to judge this world. Our duty is not to seek vengeance but to love our enemies, bless those who curse us, and pray for those who persecute us.

Paul exhorted Timothy to pray “for kings, and for all that are in authority” (1 Timothy 2:2), not to manipulate or control them, but that “we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.” Our mission is not political influence—it is spiritual faithfulness.

The Lord delays His judgment, not because He is indifferent, but because “He is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish” (2 Peter 3:9). Every moment of delay is an act of mercy, giving time for repentance before the day when “the heavens shall pass away with a great noise” (2 Peter 3:10).

Our Charge in the Last Days

The message of Let the King Hear Us is a call to refocus the Church’s mission. Evil will continue to grow until the Lord returns. Our task is not to reform Babylon but to prepare the Bride. We are to stand firm in the truth, proclaim the gospel, and endure suffering with joy.

As Paul wrote in 2 Thessalonians 1:7–10, the Lord Jesus will come “in flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God.” Until that day, we are to live as ambassadors of His coming Kingdom—representatives of the King who hears us when we pray.

Let the King Hear Us

Vengeance belongs to God. Only the King can judge this world. While many are calling for political revival, Scripture calls for spiritual awakening. The true Church will not escape persecution; she will shine in the midst of it.

Now is the time to stand and deliver—to speak truth, endure suffering, and love even our enemies. Let us pray for our leaders, proclaim the gospel without fear, and prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord.

Let the King hear us, for He alone is worthy to reign and to judge.