The Israel of Jesus' time was looking for one like David who would lead armies of men to conquer their oppressors and re-establish Israel as a "free" nation. But they were never "free" from the greatest oppressor of mankind, Sin.

Jesus came as both "legal" Prince and Annointed Savior to Israel and all mankind. The gifts He would give the people were " a changed life and sins forgiven." However, they preferred their "old way" of life,i.e., turn to God; God sends a man to raise an army and push back the oppressor, as a blessing to His people; His people enjoy freedom and prosperity; they forget God and worhsip idols; God allows an oppressor to come and conquer His people; they begin to cry out for a savior; and, on and on, around and around the cycle went (see the book of Judges). Jesus Christ came to break the cycle once and for all. Some would believe and receive, others would not.

We, who are Jesus' disciples, are not here on earth to fight oppressors but to bring the good news of a changed life and forgiveness of sins. We must remember that our message is "Christ crucified, Christ risen." Think about it.