Samuel, the gift of God to a praying mother, ministered in his early years. God worked in his life and used him mightily.
This is a most difficult time for David. He is constantly in fear for his life. Yet, he survives by continually seeking God’s will.
What a difference we see between Saul and David. One impressed men by his exterior appearance; the other impressed God by the condition of his heart.
In this chapter, Saul illustrates the sin of willful rebellion and God’s reaction to this sin. Saul’s rebellion leads to God’s rejection of him as king of Israel.
The Israelites were determined to have a king like all the nations and God had granted their request.
