How do we know that God's reign was still present during the time of the Judges?

Even during the chaotic times of the Judges, where Israel lacked a centralized earthly king, God’s sovereignty did not diminish. In 1 Samuel 8:7, when Israel demanded a king, God told Samuel, 'They are not rejecting you, but they are rejecting me from being king over them.' This highlights that God’s kingship was ultimate and that the rejection of God's authority was a fundamental issue faced by the people. Throughout scripture, God's reign is assured regardless of human decisions or failures.