Saul
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1 SAMUEL: The Cost of Disobedience
King Saul’s downfall did not happen overnight. His compromise had been growing for some time, but in 1 Samuel 15 it finally reaches its tragic conclusion. God gave Saul a clear command regarding the Amalekites, yet Saul chose partial obedience instead of complete obedience. He defeated the enemy but spared King Agag and kept the… Continue reading
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1 SAMUEL: A Contrast of Hearts and Actions
A Contrast of Hearts and Actions1 Samuel 14:24–52 Main Idea What fills the heart will eventually come out in our words, decisions, and actions—so we must surrender our hearts fully to the true King, Jesus Christ. Overview In 1 Samuel 14, Israel is in the middle of a major conflict with the Philistines. Earlier, Saul… Continue reading
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1 SAMUEL: Nothing Can Hinder the Lord
Faith trusts God’s ability rather than circumstances because the Lord alone wins the victory and accomplishes His saving purposes. Continue reading
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1 SAMUEL – Saul Proves His Worth
When Israel faced a hopeless crisis, Saul stepped forward to lead with courage, righteous anger, mercy, and dependence upon the Lord. Yet even Saul’s finest moment points us beyond earthly leaders to Jesus Christ, the true King who alone can save His people completely. Continue reading
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Affirming the Anointed – 1 Samuel
Israel wanted a king who looked the part, but outward appearance could never provide the salvation they truly needed. Saul’s anointing points beyond human leadership to the only true King and Savior—Jesus Christ. Continue reading
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