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.
Samuel’s rule as judge was not without its problems. His sons fell short of Samuel’s example and the people demanded a king.
In these two chapters, God’s holiness is vindicated.
God has started speaking again and He has placed His hand on the youth Samuel.
A Doctrinal and Historical Study of Baptism
