Why can't I point to the Nation God chose for Himself as an example and blessing to all other nations?

It isn't just Judges or Samuel or Kings. The whole of the Bible is one contiguous story of God attempting to redeem His creation.

David in the lion's den. The three brothers in the furnace. Heck, even the wild Samson. Jesus Himself.

All of those examples and more are all men and women who defied human authorities to do what is right in the eyes of God.

Show me the authority here on earth that is doing good. There is none. Therefore, I will do my best to follow Jesus as my king, even if I'm a blind, stumbling bafoon.